Jamestown public meetings in 2024

List of Exemptions

This is a reference list of property tax exemptions available in Jamestown, not a decision or discussion item. It details credit amounts for veterans, seniors, disabled residents, and volunteer fire/rescue/ambulance members, with eligibility requiring permanent full-time residency.

• Veteran exemption: $250
• 100% disabled (service connected): $500
• Senior citizen exemption: variable by income
• Volunteer fire/rescue/ambulance: $1,000–$2,000 based on service years
• Life member (July 1, 2023 or later): $2,000

12262024 Town Council Spec

The Jamestown Town Council held a special meeting on December 26, 2024, with three members present. The only substantive item was a request by William Hutchinson and Victoria Valentine to establish a family burial plot on their private property at 79 Hamilton Avenue, Plat 9 Lot 859. The council approved the request with specific conditions, including a site plan, a burial transit permit, and maintenance requirements.

• Approved family burial plot at 79 Hamilton Avenue, Plat 9 Lot 859
• Requires 25-foot protection zone and site plan
• Applicant must provide Burial Transit Permit from RI Department of Health
• Surveyed site plan must be recorded in Land Evidence Records within 90 days
• Conditions include maintenance for public safety and aesthetics

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council is holding a special meeting with one item of new business: a request by William Hutchinson and Victoria Valentine for permission to establish a family burial plot on their private property at 79 Hamilton Avenue (Plat 9 Lot 859). The council will review, discuss, and possibly vote on the request, subject to specific requirements outlined in a memorandum from Public Works Director Michael Gray. The meeting is in person only.

• Request for family burial plot at 79 Hamilton Avenue, Plat 9 Lot 859
• Specific requirements detailed in memorandum from Public Works Director Michael Gray

61224 JHC

The Jamestown Harbor Commission will consider amendments to the Harbor Management Rule Book and Permit Fee Schedule for the East Ferry Touch and Go Docks and Ferry Dock. The meeting also includes reports on the Ft. Getty pier repairs, a year-to-date financial report, and updates on the Wickford Yacht Club mooring appeal. The agenda is largely procedural, with several items open for discussion and potential action.

• Amendments to Harbor Management Rule Book for East Ferry Touch and Go Docks and Ferry Dock
• Amendments to Permit Fee Schedule for Ferry Dock permits
• Update on appeal of Wickford Yacht Club mooring cancellation
• Update on Ft. Getty pier repairs
• Year-to-date financial report

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The Jamestown Planning Commission is meeting to review, discuss, and possibly vote on amendments to the Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 82) related to 2023 legislative changes. The agenda includes no new business or correspondence, and the commission will also hear a planner's report and approve minutes from the February 7, 2024 meeting.

• Review of Zoning Ordinance Chapter 82 amendments related to 2023 legislative changes
• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2024 meeting
• Planner's report on future meeting topics and applications

AHC 22124

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review and potentially vote on several affordable housing initiatives. Key items include debriefing their January presentation to the Town Council about an affordable housing bond, refining policy proposals for preservation, non-conforming lots, and ADUs, and discussing funding mechanisms and a community land trust proposal.

• Debrief of January 16, 2024 Town Council presentation on Affordable Housing Bond
• Refinement of Jamestown Affordable Housing Preservation Program, Affordable Non-Conforming Lots Program, and Affordable ADU Program
• Discussion of funding mechanisms for affordable housing
• Update on community land trust proposal for Jamestown Affordable Housing Preservation Program
• Review of tools and techniques for creating affordable housing

12182024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers accepted the resignation of member Carol Nelson-Lee and elected Kenneth Newman as Chairperson. The board also approved minutes from November 26, 2024, and voted to combine stipend and poll worker pay increases into the 2025-2026 budget with a presentation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted resignation of Carol Nelson-Lee (unanimous)
• Elected Kenneth Newman as Chairperson (2-1)
• Approved minutes of November 26, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Voted to combine stipend and poll worker pay increases into budget and create presentation (unanimous)

12182024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to discuss the 2025-2026 budget, including potential stipend and poll worker pay increases. They will also consider accepting a resignation and hold an organizational meeting to nominate a chairperson.

• 2025-2026 Budget discussions
• Board of Canvassers stipend increase
• Poll Worker Pay increase
• Accept resignation of Carol Nelson-Lee, Full Member
• Nomination and vote for Chairperson

PC Min 121824 approve

The Jamestown Planning Commission met on December 18, 2024, and reviewed the Housing and Cultural and Historic Resources elements of the Comprehensive Plan update, making minor changes. No new business or applications were scheduled. The next meeting is set for January 15, 2025.

• Reviewed Housing and Cultural and Historic Resources elements of Comprehensive Plan
• Correspondence: memo to Zoning Board re: 130 Seaside Avenue high groundwater/impervious overlay
• Correspondence: administrative subdivision for 533 & 534 East Shore Road
• Correspondence: Technical Review Committee approval for 10 Emerson Road
• Approved November 20, 2024 minutes as written

Board of Canvassers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will discuss and possibly vote on the 2025-2026 budget, including increases to board stipends and poll worker pay. They will also consider accepting a member's resignation and hold an organizational meeting to nominate a chairperson. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and an open forum.

• 2025-2026 budget discussions: Board of Canvassers stipend increase
• 2025-2026 budget discussions: Poll Worker Pay increase
• Accept resignation of Carol Nelson-Lee, Full Member
• Organizational meeting: nomination and vote for Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from November 26, 2024 meeting

AHC Min 121824 approve

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee met on December 18, 2024, approving the November minutes. They discussed the 2025 Comprehensive Plan's housing element and a draft memo to the Town Council requesting dedicated funding for affordable housing, possibly through an enterprise fund or bond. They also reviewed the RI Housing Fact Book 2024, noting Jamestown is at almost 5% affordable housing, below the state's 10% mandate.

• Approved minutes from November 20, 2024
• Discussed 2025 Comprehensive Plan housing element update
• Draft memo to Town Council for January 6, 2025 meeting requesting dedicated affordable housing funding
• Considered impact fee on building permits over $1 million or $2 million
• Considered tax abatement for affordable Accessory Dwelling Units, similar to South Kingstown's 40-year abatement

PC 121824

The Jamestown Planning Commission will meet to review and potentially vote on amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, focusing on Natural Resources, Housing, and Cultural and Historic Resources. The agenda also includes correspondence items and reports, but no new business is listed.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan Element amendments: Natural Resources, Housing, Cultural and Historic Resources
• Memo to Zoning Board regarding high groundwater table and impervious overlay at 130 Seaside Avenue
• Administrative subdivision application for AP 4 Lots 126 & 128, 533 & 534 East Shore Road
• Technical Review Committee approval for 10 Emerson Road
• Approval of November 20, 2024 minutes

AHC 121824

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review and potentially vote on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update, including the Housing Element and Housing Action Plan, as well as the 2025-26 Town Budget. They will also discuss the RI Housing Fact Book 2024 and receive member reports. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Review and update of Housing Element of 2015 Comprehensive Plan
• Review and update Housing Action Plan
• Discussion of 2025-26 Town Budget with memo to Town Council dated December 4, 2024
• Review of RI Housing Fact Book 2024

ZBR 121724

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider four applications: two special use permits for a detached garage and a garden high tunnel, and two variance requests for a storage shed and a second-floor addition. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and review correspondence.

• Special use permit for a detached garage at 130 Seaside Dr (Plat 2, Lot 270)
• Special use permit for a 12x16 ft garden high tunnel at 20 Bark Avenue (Plat 16, Lot 38)
• Variance for a 10x10 ft storage shed at 37 Coronado Street (Plat 8, Lot 326)
• Variance for a second-floor addition above garage at 37 Coronado Street (Plat 8, Lot 326)

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The Jamestown Philomenian Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on a leadership succession plan and the 2025 Strategic Plan Draft. The board will also receive updates from the director on staffing, programming, and facilities, and will consider routine consent agenda items including minutes and financial reports. This is a regular business meeting with no major public hearings or contract awards listed.

• Review and potential action on Board of Trustees leadership succession plan
• Review and potential action on 2025 Strategic Plan Draft
• Approval of November 2024 financial reports for the Library Board, the Library, and Treasurer
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 meeting
• Director's report on management, staffing, programming, and facility updates

ZBR 121724

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review approved all four applications on the agenda: a special use permit for a detached garage at 130 Seaside Dr, a special use permit for a garden high tunnel at 20 Bark Ave, and two variances for a shed and a second-floor addition at 37 Coronado Street. All votes were 5-0 except the Gorelick permit, which passed 4-1 with Jane Bentley voting against. The board noted that restrictions, conditions, and findings of fact would be read into the record at the next meeting.

• Approved special use permit for detached garage at 130 Seaside Dr (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for 12x16 ft garden high tunnel at 20 Bark Ave (4-1)
• Approved variance for 10x10 ft storage shed at 37 Coronado St (5-0)
• Approved variance for second-floor addition at 37 Coronado St (5-0)

12162024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council approved a three-year, $1,852,839 contract with Veolia Water North America for operation and maintenance of the water treatment facility, despite public opposition citing Veolia's involvement in the Flint, Michigan lawsuit. The council also approved using up to $858,344 in ARPA funds for a water meter replacement program and granted sewer bill relief to two residents. The meeting included a joint session with the School Committee, which was postponed to January 6, 2025.

• Approved Veolia contract for water treatment facility operation, $1,852,839 over 3 years
• Approved ARPA resolution for up to $858,344 for water meter replacement program
• Approved $70,800 Pare Corporation contract for meter replacement bid assistance
• Granted sewer relief to Valorie Molloy (70 Columbia Ave) and Julie Gaither (93 Clarke St)
• Approved short-term rental license for Edward DePhillips, STR-17, 36 Cole Street

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will hold a joint work session with the School Committee to discuss budget issues for the current and next fiscal years. The Council will also consider several water and sewer items, including a $858,344 water meter replacement program funded by ARPA, a three-year $1,852,839 contract with Veolia for water treatment plant operations, and sewer bill relief requests. Additionally, the Council will review proposed zoning ordinance amendments and new property tax exemptions for employees and homesteads.

• Resolution to use up to $858,344 in ARPA funds for water meter replacement program
• Three-year contract with Veolia Water North America for water treatment facility O&M, not to exceed $1,852,839
• Proposal from Pare Corporation for water meter replacement bid assistance, up to $70,800
• Public hearing on short-term rental license for 36 Cole Street (STR-17)
• Proposed new homestead exemptions: 30% for primary residences, 20% for long-term rentals, and $1,000 tax credit for town employees

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will hold its regular meeting on December 16, 2024, starting with a session as the Board of Water & Sewer Commission, followed by an open forum, resolutions, public hearings, and reports from the town administrator, police chief, and senior services committee. The agenda includes unfinished and new business, appointments, and a consent agenda leading into executive session. No specific items are detailed in the provided agenda text.

• Town Council sitting as Board of Water & Sewer Commission
• Open forum for public comment
• Public hearing on licenses and permits
• Police Chief Campbell report
• Executive session at end of meeting

121124 JHC Public

The Jamestown Harbor Commission will hold a public comment period and discussion on an application by Bradley Boehringer of Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. to expand its existing aquaculture lease by 3.5 acres in Dutch Harbor to grow bay scallops and sugar kelp. The commission will also review reports on dock/ramp removals, mooring winterization, a Harbor Management Plan update, and year-to-date finances, and may vote on sub-committee and new business items.

• Public comment on CRMC preliminary determination for Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. lease expansion (3.5 acres, Dutch Harbor)
• Executive Director's report: TPG East Ferry dock/ramp removals and mooring winterization; TPG Dutch Harbor must haul 6 boats before dock removal
• Year-to-date financial report
• Sub-committee reports: Budget, Facilities, Gould Island Restoration
• New business: Sunset Oyster Farm upweller request; 2025 Mooring Inspector/Installer applications

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The Jamestown Harbor Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on an oyster farm expansion application, harbor management updates, and various sub-committee reports. The agenda includes public comment on the oyster farm expansion, approval of previous meeting minutes, and reports from the executive director and harbormaster. Several items are listed for review, discussion, and potential action or vote, including budget, facilities, and Gould Island restoration.

• Public comment on CRMC application by Bradley Boehringer to expand Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. to grow bay scallops and sugar kelp
• TPG East Ferry dock/ramp removals and moorings winterization
• TPG Dutch Harbor must haul 6 boats before docks/ramps removal
• Sunset Oyster Farm Upweller Request
• 2025 Mooring Inspector/Installer Applications

JAMESTOWN 250TH COMMISSION

The Jamestown 250th Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on activities for the nation's 250th anniversary, including dates of observance and potential partners. They will also review and discuss the commission's mission statement. The meeting is open to the public for questions and agenda planning.

• Discussion of activities for the Nation's 250th in Jamestown
• Dates of observance for the 250th anniversary
• Potential partners for the 250th anniversary events
• Review of Jamestown 250th Commission Mission Statement

Jamestown 250th

The Jamestown 250 Commission approved a draft mission statement for the town's 250th anniversary celebration, with final wording to be completed at the next meeting. The committee also discussed regular town events to incorporate into the celebration and brainstormed outreach to local organizations. No final decisions were made on event programming or historical markers.

• Approved minutes from November 14, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved draft mission statement (accepted as draft, final to be worked on next meeting)

Harbor Management Commission

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several harbor-related items. Key items include an application from Bradley Boehringer to expand Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. to grow bay scallops and sugar kelp, a request from Sunset Oyster Farm for an upweller, and the approval of 2025 mooring inspector/installer applications. The agenda also includes the harbor master's report, subcommittee and liaison reports, and new business.

• Application of Bradley Boehringer for expansion of existing Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. to grow bay scallops and sugar kelp
• Sunset Oyster Farm Upweller Request
• 2025 Mooring Inspector/Installer Applications
• Harbor Master's Report
• Sub Committee and Liaison Reports

121124 JHC

The Jamestown Harbor Commission held a public hearing on Bradley Boehringer's application to expand his Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. farm by 3.5 acres, but took no vote on it. The commission approved Sunset Oyster Farm's upweller request, the 2025 mooring inspector/installer list, and accepted two emails. The November meeting minutes were not approved due to abstentions, and will be reconsidered next month.

• Approved Sunset Oyster Farm upweller request (5-0)
• Approved 2025 mooring inspector/installer list (5-0)
• Accepted email from Carol Cronin (5-0)
• Accepted email from Marion Falla (5-0)
• Minutes of Nov 13, 2024 not approved (3-0-2 abstentions)

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The Jamestown Conservation Commission will review minutes, hear from the JTN Friends of ROWs about the Adopt-A-ROW program, and discuss a CRMC aquaculture expansion request by Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. They will also receive updates on various committees and projects, including a URI coastal resilience study on Mackerel Cove dunes.

• CRMC 2019-12-055: Rocky Rhode Oyster Co. requests 3.5 additional acres for oyster, scallop, and sugar kelp farming in Dutch Harbor
• Discussion of Jamestown's Adopt-A-ROW program with JTN Friends of ROWs
• URI Capstone Project on reinforced dunes at Mackerel Cove to be presented Dec 18
• Update on Hammond Pond degradation and invasive vegetation referral to RIDEM
• Review of minutes from Nov 19, 2024 meeting

TRC MIN 12624 DPR CISF re

The Technical Review Committee reviewed the Conanicut Island Sailing Foundation's development plan for a new building and campus at Fort Getty and voted to forward it to the Planning Commission for approval. The plan includes a 2,400 sq. ft. primary building and a 1,120 sq. ft. workshop/storage building, with conditions such as lighting, landscaping, and permit approvals. The committee discussed parking, septic, water, and environmental considerations.

• Development Plan Review for CISF new building and campus at Fort Getty
• Primary building: 2,400 sq. ft. with offices, classrooms, bathrooms, wet lab
• Workshop & Storage building: 1,120 sq. ft.
• Conditions: lighting plan, landscaping plan, state/local permits before final approval
• Motion to forward to Planning Commission as early as February 7, 2024

TRC 12624 DPR CISF

The Jamestown Technical Review Committee is reviewing a Development Plan Review for the Conanicut Island Sailing Foundation's (CISF) new building and campus plan at Fort Getty. The committee will discuss and may vote on a recommendation to the Planning Commission. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Development Plan Review for CISF new building and campus plan at Fort Getty
• Recommendation to Planning Commission

12022024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council held a regular meeting to swear in newly elected officials and select Nancy Beye as President and Erik Brine as Vice President. The Council approved two Class BV liquor licenses and set the Class B Victualer license cap at eight. Additionally, the Council scheduled the joint annual budget work session with the School Committee for December 16, 2024, and approved the 2025 annual meeting schedule.

• Approved renewal of Class BV Liquor License for The Whitebread Company, LLC (dba: Standards) at 40 Narragansett Avenue
• Approved new Class BV Liquor License for Our Table LLC at 53 Narragansett Avenue
• Set the Class B Victualer Liquor License cap at eight
• Approved three Short-Term Rental applications for 2025: Greg Vanasse (41 Top O The Mark Drive), Merrill Allen (46 Steamboat Street), and Andrea Colognese (78 Frigate Street)
• Scheduled Joint Annual Budget Work Session with the School Committee for December 16, 2024

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will administer oaths to newly elected council, school committee, and moderator members, then nominate and select a council president and vice president. The council will hold public hearings on two liquor license applications (a renewal for Standards and an upgrade for Our Table), set the Class B Victualer liquor license cap at eight, and approve a victualing license. New business includes reviewing the Open Meetings Act, setting the 2025 meeting schedule, previewing the budget process, and scheduling a joint budget work session with the School Committee.

• Renewal of Class BV liquor license for The Whitebread Company dba Standards, 40 Narragansett Avenue
• Upgrade of Our Table LLC's liquor license from Class BV-Limited to Class BV at 53 Narragansett Avenue
• Set Class B Victualer Liquor License Cap at Eight
• Tax abatements totaling -$2,054.62 and addenda totaling $5,860.88 to the tax roll
• Ratification of one-day event licenses including Jamestown Rhode Races at Fort Getty and Jamestown Arts Center events

Town Council

The agenda for the December 2, 2024, regular meeting is procedural and does not list specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances. The session includes the swearing-in of new town officials, presentations, and public hearings for licenses and permits. Standard business items include the Town Administrator Report, new business, and consent agenda items.

• Swearing in of new town officials
• Public hearings for licenses and permits
• Town Administrator Report
• New business discussion
• Consent agenda

20 Bark Avenue Plat 16 Lot 38

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review granted Susan Gorelick a special use permit to construct a 12x16 foot garden high tunnel at 20 Bark Avenue (Plat 16, Lot 38). The decision includes conditions to move a generator and propane tank out of the right of way and to follow the Town Planner's October 3, 2024 conditions. The board found the project complies with the High Groundwater Table and Impervious Overlay District requirements.

• Special use permit granted for 192 sq ft garden high tunnel at 20 Bark Avenue
• Condition: generator and propane tank must be moved out of the right of way
• Stormwater mitigation via 250 sq ft rain garden required
• Property is in R-40 zone, 30,720 sq ft, with 8.0% impervious cover limit
• Planning Commission recommended approval on October 2, 2024

37 Coronado Street P8 L326 Shed

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review granted Stephen and Cheryl Levesque a variance to build a 10'x10' storage shed at 37 Coronado Street, despite side-yard setbacks. The decision includes conditions to remove an existing shed and follow approved plans. The vote was 5-0.

• Variance granted for 10'x10' shed, 3.5' from side lot lines (7' required)
• Condition: remove existing 8'x8' shed
• Roof may be changed from regular to hip roof
• Property is in R8 zone, 11,780 sq ft
• Vote: 5-0 in favor

37 Coronado Street P8 L326 Addition

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review granted Stephen and Cheryl Levesque a variance to build a second-floor home office and exercise space above the existing garage at 37 Coronado Street (Plat 8, Lot 326). The addition stays within the garage's 24'x18' footprint but requires relief from front and side yard setback rules. The variance was approved unanimously with conditions that the space not be rented and have no kitchen.

• Variance granted from Article 6, Section 82-600 and Article 3, Sections 82.302 and 82-307
• Front yard setback: 1.6' existing where 20' required
• Side yard setback: 4.7' existing where 7' required
• Conditions: no rental, no kitchen in addition
• Vote: 5-0 in favor; James King, John Shekarchi, Robert Maccini absent

130 Seaside Drive Plat 5 Lot 270

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review granted a Special Use Permit to Robert and Rebecca Smail to construct a detached garage at 130 Seaside Drive. The decision was made after a public hearing and includes conditions from the Town Planner's memorandum. The permit expires in one year if not exercised.

• Special Use Permit granted for a 24x30 foot detached garage
• Property is in an R40 zone, 21,600 sq ft, with impervious coverage at 8.56% (allowed 12%)
• Approval includes conditions from Town Planner Lisa Bryer's December 3, 2024 memo
• Rain garden required to mitigate stormwater runoff, designed for 10-year storm event
• Vote was 5-0 in favor; three members absent

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers certified the official results for local candidates and local questions in the 2024 General Election. The board also approved minutes from five prior meetings. Budget discussions on stipend and poll worker pay increases were held but no vote was taken.

• Certified Local Candidates Official Results (unanimous)
• Certified Local Questions Official Results (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Oct 15, Oct 18, Oct 31, Nov 5, and Nov 6 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to approve minutes from five prior meetings, discuss the 2025-2026 budget including potential stipend and poll worker pay increases, and certify local candidates and questions for the 2024 General Election. The meeting is scheduled for November 26, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the Town Hall.

• Approval of minutes from October 15, 18, 31, November 5, and November 6, 2024 meetings
• Discussion on 2025-2026 budget, including Board of Canvassers stipend increase
• Discussion on poll worker pay increase
• Certification of local candidates and local questions for the 2024 General Election

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The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the 2025-2026 budget including stipend and poll worker pay increases, and certify local candidates and questions for the 2024 General Election. The agenda includes both unfinished and new business items, with votes possible on each.

• Approval of minutes from five meetings (Oct 15, Oct 18, Oct 31, Nov 5, Nov 6, 2024)
• Discussion and possible vote on 2025-2026 budget, including Board of Canvassers stipend increase
• Discussion and possible vote on Poll Worker Pay increase
• Certification of Local Candidate and Local Questions for the 2024 General Election

11262024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers certified the official results for local candidates and local questions in the 2024 General Election, both by unanimous votes. The board also approved minutes from five prior meetings. Budget discussions on stipend and poll worker pay increases were held but no action was taken.

• Certified Local Candidates Official Results (2-0)
• Certified Local Questions Official Results (2-0)
• Approved minutes from Oct 15, Oct 18, Oct 31, Nov 5, and Nov 6 meetings (2-0)

ZBR 112624

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review approved a special use permit for Our Table, LLC to expand its beer and wine license to a full BV license, allowing spirits sales, with the condition that construction follows approved plans. The board also granted a one-year extension of a variance for the Mendelsohn property at 29 Marine Avenue and approved a variance and special use permit for the Duva property at 509 Seaside Drive to raze and rebuild a single-family home. All decisions were made with votes of 5-0, except the Duva matter, which passed 4-1.

• Approved special use permit for Our Table to sell spirits (5-0)
• Granted one-year extension of variance for Mendelsohn property at 29 Marine Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance and special use permit for Duva property at 509 Seaside Dr (4-1)

ZBR 112624

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider several applications, including a request to expand a restaurant's liquor license, a variance extension, and a variance to rebuild a home. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and review correspondence.

• Our Table, LLC seeks to expand beer/wine license to full BV license at 53 Narragansett Avenue
• Daniel & Nadine Mendelsohn request extension of variance for accessory building at 29 Marine Avenue
• Christopher and Maria Duva request variances to raze and rebuild home at 509 Seaside Drive
• Approval of minutes from October 22, 2024 meeting

111324 JHC Public

The Jamestown Harbor Commission will meet to review and potentially vote on the FY 2026 budget, hear reports from the Executive Director and Harbormaster, and discuss sub-committee updates including Gould Island restoration. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and liaison reports, with no old or new business listed.

• FY 2026 budget approval (rate increase already approved by Commission)
• Harbormaster report: boats winterized, green shrink-wrap contract with Jamestown company
• Gould Island Restoration: Army Corps to redo cleanup assessment for potential public recreation
• Conservation Commission recommends suspending Rights of Way adoption program
• Year-to-date financial report

111324 JHC

The Jamestown Harbor Commission met on November 13, 2024, and approved the minutes from its October 9 meeting. The commission received reports from the Executive Director and Harbormaster on seasonal marina operations, including boat winterization and dock removal. The FY26 budget and permit rate increases were noted as approved by the Town Council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 9, 2024 meeting (5-0)

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The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to approve minutes from five prior meetings, discuss the 2025-2026 budget including potential increases to board stipends and poll worker pay, and certify local candidates and questions for the 2024 General Election. The meeting is largely administrative, with budget items as the main substantive discussion.

• Approval of minutes from Oct 15, 18, 31, Nov 5, and Nov 6, 2024 meetings
• Discussion on 2025-2026 budget: Board of Canvassers stipend increase
• Discussion on 2025-2026 budget: Poll Worker Pay increase
• Certification of local candidates and local questions for the 2024 General Election

PC MIN 112024 approve

The Jamestown Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval to the Zoning Board for a proposed garage, crushed stone driveway, and rain garden at 130 Seaside Drive. The property is in the High Groundwater Table and Impervious Overlay District, and the project would keep impervious cover within the allowed limit. The Commission also reviewed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan's Land Use and Economic Development elements and discussed Natural Resources for a future meeting.

• Recommended approval for 720 sq ft garage, crushed stone driveway, and rain garden at 130 Seaside Drive (AP 5, Lot 270)
• Proposed impervious cover: 1,850 sq ft (8.56%) vs. 12% allowed
• Rain garden designed to treat 259 cubic feet of stormwater (required: 252 cf)
• Comprehensive Plan amendments for Land Use and Economic Development reviewed; Natural Resources to be discussed Dec 18, 2024
• December 4, 2024 meeting cancelled due to no applications

AHC 112024

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review and potentially vote on updates to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan's Housing Element and Housing Action Plan, as well as the 2025-26 Town Budget. The agenda also includes approval of October minutes, public comment, member reports, and planning for future meetings. This is a regular working session focused on housing policy and budget priorities.

• Review and update of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan Housing Element
• Review and update of the Housing Action Plan
• Discussion of the 2025-26 Town Budget
• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

AHC MIN 112024 approve

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee reviewed and updated the Housing Element of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan, discussing impacts of short-term rentals on military housing and barriers like water capacity and funding. They also discussed the FY 2024/2025 town budget and voted to request at least $225,000 for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund from the Town Council.

• Approved minutes of October 16, 2024 meeting
• Updated Housing Element with comments on short-term rentals and water study needs
• Voted to request $225,000 minimum or 50% of three-year average of Real Estate Conveyance Tax for Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Discussed splitting large homes into multiple units and creating condos for affordable ownership

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The Jamestown Conservation Commission will meet to review and potentially vote on two $500 payments: one to JTN Community Farm for a sustainable dune planting project funded by a RI Wild Plant Society grant, and one for mowing at the Conanicut Island Sanctuary Trail. The agenda also includes updates on the Adopt-A-ROW program, Mackerel Cove coordination, and a RIDEM grant for a shoreline cleanup. The meeting is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• $500 payment to JTN Community Farm for dune planting services
• $500 payment for mowing at Conanicut Island Sanctuary Trail
• Update on Adopt-A-ROW program and Mackerel Cove coordination
• Report on RIDEM $500 grant for November 9 shoreline cleanup
• Eagle Scout Aidan O'Donnell project proposal presentation

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The Jamestown Philomenian Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss a succession plan for board leadership, receive updates on management, programming, and facilities, and approve the October 2024 minutes and financial reports. The agenda is largely routine, with the main substantive item being the succession plan discussion.

• Discussion and potential action on a succession plan for Board of Trustees leadership
• Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024
• Approval of October 2024 financial reports for the Library Board, the Library, and the Treasurer
• Update on management and staffing matters
• Update on recent and upcoming programming

11182024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council, sitting as the Alcohol Beverage Licensing Board, approved renewals for all liquor, victualing, and entertainment licenses for the year December 1, 2024 to November 30, 2025. The council also set caps on the number of each license type. A resident objected to the renewal of JB's On the Water, but the council approved it.

• Renewed Class A liquor licenses for Grapes & Gourmet (9 Ferry Wharf) and Jamestown Wine & Spirits (30 Southwest Ave), and set the Class A cap at two.
• Renewed Class B victualer liquor licenses for six establishments including Beech, Narragansett Café, One Ferry Wharf, Jamestown Golf and Country Club, Slice of Heaven, and Village Hearth Bakery & Café, and set the Class B cap at six.
• Renewed Class BT tavern liquor license for JB's On the Water (150 Conanicus Avenue) despite a resident's objection, and set the Class BT cap at one.
• Renewed Class D full club liquor license for Conanicut Yacht Club (40 Bay View Drive), and set the Class D cap at one.
• Approved victualing and entertainment license renewals for Beech, Conanicut Yacht Club, Narragansett Café, One Ferry Wharf, and JB's On the Water, with specific hours and entertainment conditions.

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on renewals for liquor, victualing, entertainment, and holiday licenses for the year December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025. It will also ratify administratively approved short-term rental applications for 2025 and consider tax abatements and addenda. The agenda is largely routine renewals and approvals, with no major new policy items.

• Renewal of Class A liquor licenses for Grapes & Gourmet and Jamestown Wine & Spirits; cap set at two
• Renewal of Class B victualer liquor licenses for six establishments including Beech, Narragansett Café, and Slice of Heaven; cap set at six
• Renewal of Class BT tavern license for JB's On the Water; cap set at one
• Ratification of 15 short-term rental applications for 2025, including addresses on Narragansett Avenue, East Shore Road, and Cole Street
• Tax abatements totaling -$66.00 and addenda totaling $18,409.76 for 2024

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council holds its regular meeting with a public hearing on license renewals, acknowledgements, the town administrator's report, and a consent agenda. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items or dollar amounts listed in the provided text.

• Public hearing on license renewals
• Town administrator report
• Consent agenda
• Acknowledgements

PC MIN 11724 approve

The Jamestown Planning Commission reviewed draft criteria for special use permits across multiple zoning categories, making changes to where permits are required. The review was paused and will continue at the next meeting. The commission also discussed future meetings and short-term rental registration updates.

• Straw poll: duplexes in R-8 as permitted by right failed 2-4; in R-20 as SUP failed 1-5
• Removed SUP requirements for hotels/motels in DC, bed and breakfasts in CW/DC, farms in OS-II, livestock in R-20/R-40, schools in several residential zones
• New categories added: assisted living facilities, crematoriums (denied), and government-owned penal (denied)
• Aquaculture special use permits denied across the board
• Town Council public hearing on zoning amendments rescheduled to February 12 at 6:30pm

Jamestown 250th Commission

The Jamestown 250th Commission will meet to review minutes, nominate a chairperson and secretary, and discuss activities for the 2026 250th celebrations, including a draft outline and potential grant opportunities. The meeting is in person only.

• Nomination and selection of Commission Chairperson and Secretary
• Discussion of activities for the 2026 250th Celebrations, including draft outline by Dennis Webster
• THRIVE Grants from Rhode Island Council for the Humanities: 22 grants of $5,000 each
• Save America's Treasures Grants from National Park Service: $25,000 to $750,000, deadline December 12, 2024
• Future meeting dates set: Dec 11, Jan 8, Jan 22

Harbor Management Commission

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission is meeting to receive the Harbor Master's report on seasonal operations, including boat winterization, a contract for eco-friendly shrink-wrap, and decommissioning of pump-out facilities. Subcommittee and liaison reports are also on the agenda. The agenda is largely routine and procedural.

• Boats removed from water for season
• TPG to winterize both boat motors
• Contract with Jamestown-based company for 'green' shrink-wrap at best price
• Pump-outs decommissioned for season
• TPG to pull touch-and-go docks

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The Jamestown Harbor Commission is meeting to review and potentially act on routine items including meeting minutes, reports from the executive director and harbormaster, and year-to-date finances. Sub-committee reports on budget, facilities, and Gould Island restoration are also on the agenda. No old or new business is listed, and the meeting is open to public comment.

• Approval of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Harbormaster report: boats out of water, winterizing motors, contracted green shrink-wrap, pump-outs decommissioned, touch-and-go docks to be pulled
• Year-to-date financial report
• Sub-committee reports: Budget, Facilities, Gould Island Restoration
• Liaison reports: Conservation Commission, Town Council

1192024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle election-related administrative tasks, including approving prior meeting minutes, certifying nomination papers for presidential candidates, and reviewing petition papers for the No Labels Rhode Island political party. The board will also discuss referring suspected invalid signatures to local police, decide on polling place locations for the Presidential Preference Primary, and receive updates on election training.

• Certification of nomination papers for presidential candidates
• Certification of petition papers for No Labels Rhode Island political party
• Referral of suspected invalid signatures to local police for investigation
• Decision on polling place locations for the Presidential Preference Primary
• Mandatory signature training by Board of Elections on December 11, 2023

1172024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle election-related business, including approving prior meeting minutes, certifying nomination papers for presidential candidates, and reviewing petition papers for the No Labels Rhode Island political party. The board will also consider referring suspected invalid signatures to local police, decide on polling place locations for the Presidential Preference Primary, and receive updates on election training. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on election procedures.

• Certification of nomination papers for Presidential Candidates
• Certification of petition papers for No Labels Rhode Island political party
• Referral of suspected invalid signatures on petition papers to local police
• Polling place location(s) for Presidential Preference Primary
• Mandatory signature training on December 11, 2023

1162024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers certified all mail ballot applications received and approved the tabulation of write-in votes from the November 5, 2024 General Election. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Certified mail ballot applications (unanimous)
• Accepted and signed write-in vote tally sheets (unanimous)

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers certified the mail ballot applications received and accepted the tabulation of write-in votes from the November 5, 2024 General Election. Both actions passed unanimously. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Certified mail ballot applications (unanimous)
• Accepted and signed write-in vote tally sheets (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to review and potentially vote on certifying mail ballot applications and tabulating write-in votes from the November 5, 2024 General Election. This is a procedural meeting focused on finalizing election results.

• Certification of mail ballot applications received
• Tabulation of write-in votes cast in the 2024 General Election

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The Jamestown Philomenian Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the library's Grand Reopening, along with updates on management, staffing, programming, and facility matters. The board will also consider a consent agenda covering the approval of May meeting minutes, April financial reports, and the director's progress report. Public input is scheduled, and the meeting is open to the public.

• Review, discussion, and potential action on the Grand Reopening
• Update on management and staffing matters
• Approval of minutes from 5/14/24
• Approval of April 2024 financial reports (Board, Library, Treasurer)
• Director's progress and service report

1162024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to review, discuss, and vote on certifying mail ballot applications and tabulating write-in votes from the November 5, 2024 General Election. This is a procedural meeting focused on finalizing election results.

• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Tabulation of write-in votes from the 2024 General Election

1152024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met on November 5, 2024, to oversee the 2024 State Primary election. Members were stationed at three polling locations throughout the day. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 8:01 P.M.

• Oversaw 2024 State Primary election operations
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 P.M. (unanimous)

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met on November 5, 2024, to oversee and monitor the 2024 State Primary election. Members were stationed at three polling locations throughout the day. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned unanimously.

• Oversaw 2024 State Primary election operations
• Stationed members at precincts 1504, 1501, and 1502
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Board of Canvassers General Election

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting solely to be in session for the 2024 General Election on November 5, 2024. The agenda contains no substantive decisions or discussions, only procedural items: call to order, new business (being in session), and adjournment.

• Board of Canvassers in session for the 2024 General Election on November 5, 2024

1152024 General Ele

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting solely to conduct the 2024 General Election on November 5, 2024. The agenda includes only a call to order, roll call, and adjournment, with no other business items.

• Board of Canvassers in session for the 2024 General Election

11042024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council discussed six proposed tax relief measures from the Tax Relief Ad Hoc Committee, including updates to veteran, senior, and disability exemptions, a new $1,000 employee credit, and homestead abatements. After public comment urging financial analysis, the council voted to analyze veteran and senior/disability changes but tabled the new exemptions. The council also approved a new Class BV liquor license for Standards and several other licenses and permits.

• Approved new Class BV liquor license for The Whitebread Company, LLC dba Standards, 40 Narragansett Avenue, Nov 4-30, 2024
• Approved victualing license for Standards, 40 Narragansett Avenue
• Voted to conduct financial analysis of proposed veteran and senior/disability exemption amendments
• Tabled discussion on new employee, homestead, and tax stabilization exemptions
• Approved consent agenda including ferry terminal user agreement and 24 short-term rental applications

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will consider a range of proposed property tax relief measures, including updated veteran, senior, and disability exemptions, a new $1,000 credit for full-time town employees, and new homestead exemptions for primary residents and long-term rentals. The council will also hold a public hearing on a new liquor license for Standards and review several other licenses and permits.

• Public hearing for new Class BV liquor license for The Whitebread Company LLC dba Standards, 40 Narragansett Avenue, for Nov 4-30, 2024
• Review of proposed tax relief: veteran exemption tied to CPI, senior/disability income cap increases, $1,000 employee credit, 30% homestead abatement, 20% long-term rental abatement, tax deferral for fixed-income residents
• Consent agenda includes Ferry Terminal User Agreement with Conanicut Marine Services and Jamestown Newport Ferry
• Ratification of one-day vendor license for South County Barbeque LLC at 20 Clinton Avenue
• Approval of 24 short-term rental applications for 2025

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council is holding its regular meeting on November 4, 2024. The agenda includes roll call, open forum, public hearings, a town administrator report, unfinished business, and a consent agenda. No specific items are detailed in the provided text.

• Public hearings scheduled
• Town Administrator report
• Unfinished business
• Consent agenda

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The Jamestown Harbor Commission will review financial reports and sub-committee updates on the budget, facilities, and mooring implementation. The body will discuss the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan and the Harbor Management Ordinance. New business includes the sale of the Harbormaster boat 'Freedom,' the purchase of a replacement vessel, and a use agreement for Fort Getty.

• Sale of Harbormaster boat 'Freedom'
• Purchase of replacement boat
• Ft. Getty Use Agreement between Town and Commercial Fishermen/Aquafarmers
• Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan
• Harbor Management Ordinance

AHC 11024

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee will meet to review correspondence, approve minutes, and discuss funding mechanisms for affordable housing, including impact fees, real estate transfer tax, and bonds. They will also receive an update on the community land trust proposal and review tools and techniques for creating affordable housing.

• Letter to Town Council requesting funding from impact fees, real estate transfer tax, and bond
• Discussion of funding mechanisms for affordable housing
• Update on Jamestown Affordable Housing Preservation Program community land trust proposal
• Review of tools and techniques for creating affordable housing

10312024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers discussed complaints about political signs on private and public property, noting that enforcement is limited by unclear property boundaries and existing zoning rules. The board unanimously voted to refer the issue to the Elections Training and Advisory Committee to research and recommend ordinance changes to the Town Council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Referred residential sign ordinance changes to Elections Training and Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Discussed sign enforcement options, including RIDOT and zoning violation notices

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers discussed complaints about political signs on private and public property, including signs placed without permission and on utility poles. The board unanimously voted to refer the issue to the Elections Training and Advisory Committee to research and recommend changes to the town's residential sign ordinance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Referred residential sign ordinance changes to Elections Training and Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0, with one abstention)

Board of Canvassers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to review, discuss, and potentially take action or vote on issues related to political signage around town. The agenda contains this single new business item, with no other substantive matters listed.

• Review, discussion, and/or action on political signage issues in Jamestown

10312024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to review, discuss, and potentially take action or vote on issues related to political signage around town. The agenda contains only this single new business item, followed by adjournment.

• Review, discussion, and/or action on political signage issues in Jamestown

Jamestown 250th Commission

The Jamestown 250th Commission is meeting to hear an overview of the RI250 semi-quincentennial from a program coordinator, set future meeting dates, and discuss agenda topics for the next meeting. This is an organizational session focused on establishing the commission's purpose and responsibilities.

• Overview of RI250 mission by Lauren Fogarty, Program Coordinator
• Set regular meeting schedule
• Draft agenda for next meeting

Jamestown 250th

The Jamestown 250 Commission met and discussed plans for Rhode Island's 250th anniversary, including potential events and grant opportunities. The commission voted unanimously to meet every two weeks at the Town Hall conference room, with the option to revise the schedule later. No other formal decisions were made; the next meeting will include officer elections.

• Approved biweekly meeting schedule in Town Hall conference room (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for November 14, 2024 at 4:30 PM

BPC 102524

The Jamestown Bike Path Committee is meeting to approve minutes from July 30, 2024, and to review and recommend project priorities for the Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. This is a regular business meeting with discussion and possible action on the plan's priorities.

• Approval of minutes from July 30, 2024
• Review and recommendation on project priorities for the Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

BPC MIN 102524 approve

The Jamestown Bike Path Committee met to approve minutes and review the Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, assigning high, medium, or low priority to each project in the plan's matrix. The meeting was the committee's last, and the minutes were approved administratively. No final decisions were made beyond the priority ratings.

• Approved July 30, 2024 minutes
• Reviewed and prioritized projects in the Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• High-priority projects include East Shore Road shared-use paths, North Main Road bike lanes, and Fort Wetherill advisory bike lane
• Low-priority projects include several shared-use paths and sharrows
• Meeting adjourned at 10:30am

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The Jamestown Harbor Commission is meeting in person to review and potentially vote on several harbor matters, including a preliminary determination for a new oyster/scallop farm lease, an appeal of an outhaul permit revocation, and changes to the Ft. Getty pier access road. The commission will also review financial reports, sub-committee updates, and proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan.

• Application of Kyle Lee Reichman for a site lease north of Dutch Island and west of Great Creek for Atlantic Oysters and Bay Scallops
• Appeal of Josh Furtado of Outhaul Permit Revocation
• East Ferry Commercial Agreement
• Ft. Getty Pier Access Road Change
• Proposed Amendments to the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan

41024 JHC

The Jamestown Harbor Commission approved the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan amendments requested by CRMC, and voted to forward it in the process. They also approved a preliminary determination application for an oyster/scallop farm lease north of Dutch Island, and voted to allow aquafarmers affected by the Ft. Getty pier closure to temporarily use moorings, bumping those on the wait list. The commission postponed voting on the East Ferry commercial dock permitting system to add violation consequences, and scheduled an appeal hearing for Josh Furtado's outhaul permit revocation.

• Approved Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan amendments (5-0)
• Approved preliminary determination for oyster/scallop farm lease (5-0)
• Approved temporary mooring use for aquafarmers, bumping wait list (5-0)
• Postponed East Ferry commercial dock permit vote to add violation language (5-0)
• Invited Josh Furtado to May meeting for outhaul permit appeal (5-0)
• Approved March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (4-1, 1 abstention)
• Accepted correspondence from Joseph Pinheiro regarding Ft. Getty pier (5-0)

ZBR 102224 (1)

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider three applications: two variance requests for property modifications and one special use permit extension for a restaurant liquor license. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and review correspondence.

• Variance for generator placement at 16 Walnut Street (Plat 10, Lot 46)
• Variance to renovate bathroom 5 ft 2 in from lot line at 67 Howland Avenue (Plat 9, Lot 191)
• Special use permit extension for liquor license at 40 Narragansett Ave (Plat 8, Lot 471)

ZBR 102224

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider three applications: two variance requests for residential property modifications and one special use permit request for a restaurant liquor license. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and review correspondence.

• Variance for generator placement at 16 Walnut Street (Plat 10, Lot 46)
• Variance for bathroom setback at 67 Howland Avenue (Plat 9, Lot 191)
• Special use permit extension for liquor license at 40 Narragansett Ave (Plat 8, Lot 471)

PC 10224

The Jamestown Planning Commission is meeting to review and possibly vote on two applications for the High Groundwater Table and Impervious Overlay District, Sub-district A, and to make recommendations to the Zoning Board. The commission will also discuss the ongoing Comprehensive Community Plan Update and Re-write for 2024/2025, and approve minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. No correspondence items are on the agenda.

• Review of Chris Duva application, AP 3, Lot 14, 309 Seaside Drive, for High Groundwater Table and Impervious Overlay District Sub-district A
• Review of Susan and David Gorelick application, AP 16, Lot 38, 20 Bark Avenue, for High Groundwater Table and Impervious Overlay District Sub-district A
• Discussion of Comprehensive Community Plan Update & Re-write 2024/2025
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting

ZBR 102224

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review approved a variance for a generator at 16 Walnut Street, a bathroom setback variance at 67 Howland Avenue, and a special use permit for a restaurant liquor license at 40 Narragansett Ave. All decisions were made with recorded votes, and no other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved generator variance at 16 Walnut Street (4-1)
• Approved bathroom setback variance at 67 Howland Avenue (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for restaurant liquor license at 40 Narragansett Ave (5-0)

10222024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding presentations to the Board of Elections and the Secretary of State. New business includes a review of poll worker rates, a letter to the JBOC, and a rate comparison article from the Valley Breeze. The committee will also discuss the general election brochure currently in press and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review of poll worker rates, including a letter to JBOC and rate comparisons
• Discussion of the general election brochure currently in press
• Unfinished business regarding dates for presentations to the BOE and SOS
• Review of minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting

10212024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council held a regular meeting on October 21, 2024, covering water/sewer matters, a parking ordinance amendment, a one-day liquor license, and several consent agenda items including grant applications and budget approvals. The meeting also included public comments on short-term rentals and tributes to outgoing council members.

• Approved amendment to Chapter 34, Article II (Parking) after public hearing with no comments
• Approved one-day Class F liquor license for Out of the Box Studio & Gallery, 11 Clinton Avenue, for November 14, 2024
• Authorized RI Infrastructure Bank grant application for $150,000 for public drinking water feasibility study
• Authorized RIDOT paving grant application of $184,211 with $368,422 town match over two years
• Approved $22,500 for Union Studios design proposal for Senior Center at 6 West Street

Town Council Agen

The Jamestown Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the parking ordinance (Chapter 34, Article II) and vote on several items, including a $150,000 RI Infrastructure Bank grant application for a water feasibility study, a $184,211 RIDOT paving grant application, and a $22,500 design proposal for the Senior Center. The council will also consider a sewer bill relief request, a proclamation for the Jamestown Community Chorus's 75th anniversary, and ratify numerous short-term rental licenses and a one-day liquor license. The meeting includes an executive session on pending litigation (Bruno vs. Town of Jamestown).

• Public hearing on proposed amendment to Jamestown Code, Chapter 34, Article II (parking)
• Authorization to submit RI Infrastructure Bank Grant application for $150,000 for drinking water feasibility study
• Authorization to submit RIDOT grant application for $184,211 for road paving
• Approval of $22,500 proposal for Senior Center design work (6 West Street)
• Ratification of ~80 short-term rental licenses for 2025

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council is holding its regular meeting, which includes a session sitting as the Board of Water/Sewer, proclamations, open forum, public hearings, and a town administrator report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items detailed in the provided text.

• Council sitting as Board of Water/Sewer
• Proclamations
• Open Forum
• Public Hearings, Licenses, Permits
• Adjournment to Executive Session

JCC 10192024 Event Flyer J

This is a community event, not a government meeting. The Jamestown Conservation Commission, in collaboration with Jamestown Community Farm, is hosting a volunteer workday to create an experimental garden of dune plants for shoreline climate resilience. The event is funded by a grant from the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society.

• Event date: Saturday, October 19, 2024, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Location: Jamestown Community Farm, 40 Eldred Avenue, Jamestown, RI 02835
• Project: Create a locally sourced experimental incubator garden of dune plants
• Facilitated by Jamestown Conservation Commission and Jamestown Community Farm
• Funded by a grant from the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met on October 18, 2024, and unanimously approved the Elections Incident Action Plan after an executive session. They also certified mail ballot applications, discussed the 2025-2026 budget, and tabled a letter to the Board of Elections. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Elections Incident Action Plan (unanimous)
• Certified mail ballot applications (unanimous)
• Tabled letter to Board of Elections for revision (unanimous)
• Approved five 'Did you know' ads in Jamestown Press (unanimous)
• Moved to develop proposal for Board compensation increase (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to review and possibly vote on certifying mail ballot applications, receive updates on the November 5, 2024 General Election, and discuss a letter to the Board of Elections, additional press advertisements, and budget items including stipend and poll worker pay increases. The board may also enter executive session to discuss security and the Elections Incident Action Plan.

• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Updates to November 5, 2024 General Election
• Letter to Board of Elections regarding communications
• Additional Jamestown Press advertisements for election material
• 2025-2026 Budget: Board of Canvassers stipend increase and Poll Worker Pay increase

10182024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to review and possibly vote on certification of mail ballot applications, updates to the November 5, 2024 General Election, a letter to the Board of Elections, additional press advertisements, and 2025-2026 budget discussions including stipend and poll worker pay increases. The board may also enter executive session to discuss security and the Elections Incident Action Plan.

• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Updates to November 5, 2024 General Election
• Letter to Board of Elections regarding communications
• Additional Jamestown Press advertisements for election materials
• 2025-2026 Budget: Board of Canvassers stipend increase and Poll Worker Pay increase

PC MIN 101624 approve

The Jamestown Planning Commission voted 7-0 to adopt the updated Subdivision and Land Development Regulations, incorporating 2023-2024 state law changes and a Unified Development Review process. The commission also authorized the town planner to add further zoning ordinance changes, including an 'as of date' for Accessory Dwelling Units, and discussed the upcoming Comprehensive Community Plan public workshop.

• Adopted Jamestown Subdivision and Land Development Regulations (7-0 vote)
• Authorized town planner to incorporate additional zoning ordinance changes, including ADU 'as of date'
• Public workshop for Comprehensive Community Plan set for Nov. 13 at Recreation Center
• Correspondence received on zoning overlay requests for 20 Bark Ave. and 509 Seaside Dr.
• Approved minutes of Oct. 2, 2024 meeting as amended

AHC MIN 101624 approve

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee reviewed and updated its Housing Action Plan, confirming it remains valid, and discussed the upcoming Comprehensive Plan public workshop. The committee also approved the September 18, 2024 minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

• Updated Housing Action Plan with revised actions, time frames, and status
• Public workshop on November 13, 2024, 5:30-9:00 pm at Recreation Center, 41 Conanicus Avenue
• Workshop topics include housing, historic preservation, sustainability, public services
• Childcare available at Lawn School through Recreation Department
• Approved September 18, 2024 meeting minutes

PC 101624

The Jamestown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting updated Subdivision and Land Development Regulations. The commission will also review zoning ordinance amendments and the Comprehensive Community Plan update, and will consider several administrative subdivision requests and memos to the Zoning Board.

• Public hearing on adopting Jamestown Subdivision and Land Development Regulations
• Memo to Zoning Board for Susan and David Gorelick, 20 Bark Avenue, AP 16 Lot 38, High Groundwater Table and Impervious Overlay District
• Memo to Zoning Board for Chris Duva, 509 Seaside Drive, AP 3 Lot 14, High Groundwater Table and Impervious Overlay District
• Conditional Administrative Subdivision for Rebecca Small, AP 5 Lots 270 & 271, Pole #17, Seaside Drive
• Administrative Subdivision for 1261 North Main Road LLC, AP 1 Lots 234 & 302, 1261 North Main Road

AHC 101624

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review and update the 2015 Comprehensive Plan's Housing Element and the Housing Action Plan, and to plan a public workshop on November 13. The agenda also includes approval of September minutes, public comment, and discussion of future meetings. This is a working session focused on housing policy updates, not a final vote on new projects.

• Review and update of 2015 Comprehensive Plan Housing Element
• Review and update of Housing Action Plan
• Public workshop scheduled for Wednesday, November 13 at Recreation Center, 5:30pm for food, 6:00pm start
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting
• Next meeting set for November 20, 2024 at 5:15pm

10152024

The Board of Canvassers did not approve a standalone poll worker pay increase for 2025, voting it down 0-3. Instead, members unanimously approved combining the poll worker pay raise with a request for increased Board stipends, to be presented together. The Board also certified mail ballots and the final canvass list, and approved mailing polling place change notifications for District 1501.

• Approved minutes from September 13, 2024 meetings (unanimous)
• Poll worker pay increase proposal for 2025 denied (0-3)
• Motion to combine poll worker pay increase with Board stipend increase approved (unanimous)
• Certified mail ballot applications (unanimous)
• Approved mailing polling place change notifications to District 1501 voters (unanimous)
• Certified Final Canvass list for November 5, 2024 General Election (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to handle election administration tasks ahead of the November 5, 2024 General Election. They will review and vote on certifying mail ballot applications, a polling place change notification mailing, a poll worker pay increase, and updates to the election. The board will also conduct the final canvass to correct the voting list.

• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Polling place change notification mailing
• Poll worker pay increase
• Final canvass and correction of voting list for November 5, 2024 General Election
• Updates to the November 5, 2024 General Election

10152024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle election administration tasks ahead of the November 5, 2024 General Election. Items include certifying mail ballot applications, discussing a polling place change notification mailing, considering a poll worker pay increase, and updating the final canvass and voting list. The agenda is procedural and focused on election logistics.

• Certification of mail ballot applications received
• Polling place change notification mailing
• Poll worker pay increase discussion
• Updates to November 5, 2024 General Election
• Final canvass and correction of voting list for General Election

9102024 Primary

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will convene to conduct the 2024 State Primary session. The agenda includes reviewing and potentially voting on the certification of nomination papers for independent presidential candidates. The board will also review and certify the mail ballot applications received.

• Certification of nomination papers for 2024 Presidential Electors for independent presidential candidates
• Certification of Mail Ballot Applications received

10072024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council met on October 7, 2024, and took action on appointments and consent agenda items. They discussed forming a short-term rental ad hoc committee and directing staff to survey STR impacts, but no vote was taken on that item. The council also approved appointments to the Jamestown 250th Commission and the Tree Preservation and Protection Committee, and accepted the consent agenda including tax abatements and short-term rental licenses.

• Discussion of forming a Short-Term Rental Ad Hoc Committee and directing a survey on STR impacts
• Appointed Joyce Hooley Bartlett to the Jamestown 250th Commission (term ending Dec 1, 2027)
• Appointed Mark Carnevale to the Tree Preservation and Protection Committee (term ending Dec 31, 2024)
• Approved consent agenda including tax abatements totaling -$479.94 and addenda totaling $2,803.09
• Ratified 3 short-term rental applications (STR-87, STR-88, STR-150) and approved one-day event licenses

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will conduct interviews for committee vacancies, discuss a potential survey on short-term rental impacts, and consider several routine items including tax abatements, short-term rental applications, and one-day event licenses. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major ordinances scheduled.

• Survey on short-term rental impacts requested by Council President Beye
• Interviews for 250th Commission and Tree Preservation & Protection Committee vacancies
• Ratification of short-term rental applications (STR-87, STR-88, STR-150)
• Tax abatements totaling -$479.94 and addenda totaling $2,803.09
• One-day event licenses for Save the Bay, Jamestown Shores Association, and St. Mark Church

Community Survey

This document is the results report for the Jamestown Community Survey, not a meeting agenda with decisions. It details resident feedback on demographics, income, and community values. The data indicates strong support for preserving the island's rural character and natural environment, while highlighting concerns about housing affordability and water quantity.

• 87% of respondents (63.7% strongly agree, 23.3% agree) support maintaining the island's rural character as the overriding goal.
• 92% of respondents are year-round residents; 92% own their homes.
• 52% of respondents believe the Town has a water quantity problem.
• Housing is rated 'somewhat desirable' by 51% of respondents, while 'rural character' is rated 'very desirable' by 92%.
• 32% of households report an annual income between $150,000 and $299,999; 21% report greater than $300,000.

ZBR September 24 2024 Noti

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review's September 24, 2024 meeting was invalidated because the agenda was not properly posted as required by state law. A new meeting has been scheduled for October 22, 2024. The agenda for the rescheduled meeting is not provided here.

• Original September 24 meeting cancelled due to posting violation
• New meeting scheduled for October 22, 2024

TRC 91924 10 Emers

The Technical Review Committee will hold a development plan review for a proposed single-family dwelling at 10 Emerson Road (Plat 8 Lot 209) in the Jamestown Village Special Development Overlay District. The committee may discuss, take action, or vote on the application under Article 11 of the Zoning Ordinance.

• Development plan review for single-family dwelling at 10 Emerson Road
• Property located in Jamestown Village Special Development Overlay District
• Applicant: Sergio Vinelli, Plat 8 Lot 209

9182024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Committee is meeting to review minutes from its September 4 session, discuss a presentation for the Board of Elections and other boards, and plan next steps including a PowerPoint and future meeting date. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of September 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of presentation to BOE, SOS, and other boards
• PowerPoint presentation for BOE
• Next steps and next meeting date

9182024

The committee reviewed a draft slideshow for the Board of Elections and Secretary of State's office, made minor edits, and agreed on next steps including drafting an introductory statement and preparing a press release. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of September 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Reviewed draft PowerPoint for BOE and Secretary of State's office
• Agreed to prepare press release/press packet for distribution
• Agreed to invite representative from Secretary of State's office to future meeting

PC MIN 91824 upd

The Jamestown Planning Commission certified that three Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) housing projects are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and began the process of updating the Comprehensive Plan with consultant Weston & Sampson. The commission also approved zoning ordinance amendments for nonconforming lots of record.

• Certified $500,000 CDBG for Pemberton Apartment bathroom renovations
• Certified $375,000 CDBG for one affordable homeownership opportunity
• Certified $250,000 CDBG for another affordable homeownership opportunity
• Approved zoning amendments for nonconforming lots of record, including CD zone setbacks
• Kicked off Comprehensive Plan update with public engagement plan

AHC 91824

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee will hold a public meeting on September 18, 2024, to review and potentially vote on several items. The agenda includes the approval of August 21, 2024 minutes, a review of letters, and discussion of the Comprehensive Plan. The committee will also review FY 2026 funding and receive member reports. No specific dollar amounts or project details are provided in the agenda text.

• Review, discussion, and/or vote on FY 2026 funding
• Review, discussion, and/or vote on the Comprehensive Plan
• Review, discussion, and/or vote on letter review
• Approval of minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting

pc 91824

The Jamestown Planning Commission will hold a kick-off meeting with consultant Weston & Sampson to begin updating the town's Comprehensive Plan, including discussion of the public engagement plan, schedule, and budget. The commission will also review a CDBG application for consistency with the plan, consider zoning ordinance amendments for nonconforming lots, and note approval of additional parking at the Jamestown Golf Course.

• Comprehensive Plan update kick-off with Weston & Sampson, including public engagement, schedule, and budget
• CDBG PY23 application consistency review with Comprehensive Plan
• Zoning ordinance amendments for nonconforming lots of record
• Approval letter for Jamestown Golf Course additional parking at 245 Conanicus Avenue, AP 8, Lot 283
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2024

AHC MIN 91824 approve

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee approved the August 21 minutes and discussed the upcoming Comprehensive Plan update. The committee decided to put a draft letter for a separate housing charrette on hold because a public forum for the Comprehensive Plan is scheduled for November. Members will review the previous housing element to prepare for that forum and discussed FY 2026 funding sources like bonds and CDBG.

• Approved August 21, 2024 minutes as written
• Placed draft letter for a Community Charette on Affordable Housing on hold
• Noted a Comprehensive Plan public forum is expected in November
• Discussed FY 2026 funding including bonds, real estate transfer tax, and CDBG
• Noted CDBG applications are moving along for submission

09162024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council, sitting as the Board of Water and Sewer, approved two engineering service agreements with Weston & Sampson for wastewater treatment facility and sanitary sewage pump station improvements, totaling $730,000. The council also heard a presentation from the Jamestown Tick Task Force requesting permanent committee status and trail signage, but took no action. A public hearing was held and a permit variance was approved for the Jamestown Housing Authority to excavate utility trenches near a historic cemetery.

• Approved $525,000 engineering agreement with Weston & Sampson for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements
• Approved $205,000 engineering agreement with Weston & Sampson for Sanitary Sewage Pump Station Improvements
• Approved permit variance for excavation within 25 feet of historic cemetery at 45 Pemberton Avenue (Jamestown Housing Authority)
• Heard Tick Task Force request to become permanent committee with annual budget and trail signage
• Scheduled alcohol license renewals for hearing on November 18, 2024

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council is holding its regular meeting, which includes sitting as the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners, an open forum, public hearings and permits, a town administrator report, ordinances, and consent items. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific items detailed in the provided text.

• Town Council sitting as Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners
• Open Forum/Presentations
• Public Hearings/Permits
• Ordinances
• Executive Session

9132024 3pm

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met and unanimously certified the local election ballot for local candidates, based on names, offices, and lottery results presented by Deputy Town Clerk Keith Ford. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Certified local election ballot for local candidates (3-0)

9132024 930am

The Board of Canvassers unanimously approved the Recreation Center as the 1501 precinct and Lawn Ave School as the 1502 precinct for the November 5, 2024 General Election. They also accepted a Secretary of State's Office grant for three security cameras, certified mail ballot applications, and approved minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved minutes from Aug. 22 and Sept. 10, 2024 meetings (unanimous)
• Selected Recreation Center as 1501 precinct and Lawn Ave School as 1502 precinct (unanimous)
• Accepted SOS physical security grant for three cameras (unanimous)
• Certified mail ballot applications for Nov. 5 General Election (unanimous)
• Directed drafting letter to Board of Elections for precinct-specific diagrams (unanimous)

3pm

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met and unanimously certified the local election ballot for local candidates, including their lottery results. The motion passed 3-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified local election ballot for local candidates (3-0)

Board of Canvassers 3pm

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to review and potentially vote on the certification of local election ballots for local candidates. The agenda contains no other substantive business items, consisting only of procedural calls to order and adjournment.

• Review and vote on Local Election Ballot Certification for local candidates

Board of Canvassers 930am

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will approve minutes from previous meetings and handle election logistics. The primary decision is the selection of polling locations for the November 5, 2024 General Election. The board will also review the summary of the September 10 State Primary and certify mail ballot applications.

• Selection of polling locations for the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Certification of Mail Ballot Applications for the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Review of Secretary of State’s Office physical security grant award
• Summary of the 2024 State Primary held on September 10, 2024

9132024 3pm

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet on September 13, 2024, to review and potentially vote on the certification of the local election ballot for local candidates. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, which otherwise consists of procedural call to order and adjournment.

• Review, discussion, and/or vote on Local Election Ballot Certification for local candidates

91124

The Jamestown Harbor Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on the proposed FY26 budget and 2025 harbor rates, along with sub-committee and liaison reports. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving reports from the Executive Director and Harbormaster, as well as new business such as a letter recognizing Public Works for pier repairs.

• Proposed FY26 budget review and potential vote
• Proposed 2025 harbor rates review and potential vote
• Letter recognizing Public Works for Ft. Getty Pier repairs
• New boat at East Ferry, kayak/dinghy rack at Park Dock, radar on boats
• Year-to-date financial report

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met on September 10, 2024, during the 2024 State Primary to oversee the electoral process. The board unanimously certified six nomination papers for independent presidential candidates and all mail ballot applications received. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified six nomination papers for independent presidential candidates (unanimous)
• Certified all mail ballot applications received (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers Primary

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers meets to conduct business for the 2024 State Primary. The agenda includes reviewing and potentially voting on the certification of nomination papers for independent presidential candidates. The board will also review and certify the mail ballot applications received.

• Certification of nomination papers for 2024 Presidential Electors for independent presidential candidates
• Certification of Mail Ballot Applications received

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The Jamestown Philomenian Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a letter regarding a glassworks installation and authorize costs for a librarian to attend a conference. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and financial reports.

• Review and potential vote on a letter to Paul Housberg regarding his glassworks installation
• Authorization for librarian Emma MacIntyre to attend the New England Library Association Conference in Portland, ME (Oct 20-22)
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2024
• Approval of August 2024 financial reports

942024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee met and approved the August 8, 2024 minutes. The committee discussed a joint presentation to the Board of Elections and Secretary of State, with proposed dates in late September and early October. The Town Council voted to extend the committee's charter as an ad hoc committee for another 6 months, postponing a vote to make it permanent on counsel's advice.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed joint presentation to BOE and SOS; proposed dates Sept 24/25 and Oct 8/9
• Noted Town Council extended ad hoc committee charter for 6 months; permanent status vote postponed

942024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Committee is meeting to review minutes, discuss a presentation to the Board of Elections and other boards, and consider converting from an ad hoc committee to a permanent one. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Review of minutes from August 8, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of presentation to BOE, SOS and other boards
• Review of town council presentation
• Consideration of conversion to permanent committee

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council is holding its regular meeting on September 3, 2024. The agenda includes a public hearing, resolutions, a town administrator's report, unfinished and new business, and a consent agenda. The meeting is largely procedural, with specific items detailed in linked agenda and packet documents.

• Public hearing
• Resolutions
• Town Administrator's report
• Consent agenda item C) CISF moved up
• Executive session

09032024 Town Council Mint

The Jamestown Town Council held a public hearing and voted to approve the Community Development Block Grant application for improved housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income families. The council also approved an amended lease with the Conanicut Island Sailing Foundation, a temporary trailer permit extension, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and several other items.

• Approved PY 2023 Community Development Block Grant application and Resolution 2024-19
• Approved amended lease with Conanicut Island Sailing Foundation (CISF) for Ft. Getty rain garden
• Granted temporary trailer permit extension to Cinquegrana, 50 Prospect Ave, to Nov 15, 2024
• Approved Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Approved Fort Getty off-season dry boat storage and fireplace at Rembijas Pavilion

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed Community Development Block Grant application for improved housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income families. The council will also vote on a resolution authorizing the grant, consider a temporary trailer permit extension, discuss the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and review several other items including a lease amendment and recreation software contract.

• Public hearing and vote on PY 2023 Community Development Block Grant application
• Resolution 2024-19 authorizing the CDBG application
• Temporary trailer permit extension request from Bennett and Debra Cinquegrana to November 15, 2024
• Proposed Fort Getty Off-Season Dry Boat Storage and fireplace installation at Rembijas Pavilion
• Consent agenda includes $12,000/year recreation software contract with Xplor Recreation

ZBR 82724

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review held a regular meeting on August 27, 2024, and took action on two items. Both the Vinelli and Brooks applications were continued to the September 24, 2024 meeting, with the Vinelli matter possibly needing Planning Board review first. The board also accepted the July 23, 2024 minutes and noted a withdrawal request from the Munger appeal.

• Continued Sergio Vinelli's request to September 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued Brooks William Mathews Trustee application to September 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Accepted July 23, 2024 minutes as presented (5-0)
• Noted withdrawal request of Munger appeal (no vote recorded)

ZBR 82724

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider three applications: an appeal by Steve and Jamie Munger regarding the zoning officer's decision not to enforce conditions on a special use permit for 245 Conanicus Avenue, a variance request by Sergio Vinelli for a second-floor addition at 10 Emerson Road, and a variance request by Brooks William Mathews for a generator at 16 Walnut Street. The board will also approve minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting and review correspondence.

• Appeal of zoning officer's decision not to enforce conditions on 2019 special use permit for 245 Conanicus Avenue
• Variance request for front yard setback reduction from 30' to 20'6" at 10 Emerson Road for a 749 sq ft second-floor addition
• Variance request to install a single-family home generator at 16 Walnut Street (Plat 10, Lot 46)
• Approval of minutes from July 23, 2024 meeting

8222024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle election-related business, including approving minutes from a prior meeting, receiving updates on the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary, certifying mail ballot applications, and discussing a Woonsocket nomination paper issue. The agenda is procedural and focused on election administration.

• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024 meeting
• Updates to September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary
• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Discussion of Woonsocket nomination paper issue

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met and approved the minutes from August 15, 2024. They certified all received mail ballot applications for the September 10 primary. Updates on early voting and signage were discussed, but no action was taken. The board also heard about a Woonsocket nomination paper issue referred to law enforcement, but took no action.

• Approved minutes from August 15, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Certified mail ballot applications received (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers V2

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to approve minutes, review updates to the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary, certify mail ballot applications, and discuss a Woonsocket nomination paper issue. The meeting is open to the public and will be live streamed.

• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024 meeting
• Updates to September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary
• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Discussion of Woonsocket nomination paper issue

882024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Committee is meeting to continue work on its Issues/Action Plan and voter brochure, and to discuss next steps including presentations to the Town Council and other boards. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Continue review of final draft Issues/Action Plan
• Update Jamestown voter brochure based on plan revisions
• Review draft letter for Town Council to become a full committee
• Discuss Town Council presentation
• Set next meeting date

PC MIN 82124 approve

The Jamestown Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 5-0 to approve the Town of Jamestown's application for a special use permit and development plan review to add 20 overflow parking spaces, relocate a fence, and add vegetative buffering at the Jamestown Golf Course (245 Conanicus Avenue). The approval includes conditions that the parking area remain grass, the town manage and maintain the overflow parking and plantings, and the permit expires in one year if not exercised. The meeting also included approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved special use permit and development plan review for 20 additional parking spaces at Jamestown Golf Course, 245 Conanicus Avenue (Plat 8, Lot 283)
• Fence to be relocated from 17 feet to 22 feet off the pavement edge
• Landscaping plan includes 7 trees and a 3-foot evergreen hedge to block headlights
• Approved minutes of July 17, 2024 and August 7, 2024 meetings
• Public hearing scheduled for October 16, 2024 on subdivision regulations

PC 82124

The Jamestown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Town of Jamestown's application for a special use permit and development plan review for the Jamestown Golf Course at 245 Conanicus Avenue. The proposal includes adding 20 parking spaces, relocating a fence, and providing vegetative buffering. The commission may vote on the application.

• Public hearing for special use permit and development plan review for 245 Conanicus Avenue (Jamestown Golf Course)
• Proposal to create 20 additional parking spaces, erect/relocate a fence, and provide vegetative buffering
• Property is 74.36 acres in OS-H zoning district
• Application under Unified Development Review per RIGL 45-23-50.1
• Approval of minutes from July 17 and August 7, 2024 meetings

AHC MIN 82124 approve

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee approved minutes and prioritized three Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding requests for the Town Council: Jamestown Housing Authority first, subdivided lot program second, and sustainable resident program third. The committee also discussed future housing initiatives, including potential renovations at Pemberton, the Ambulance Barn, Lawn Avenue school, and creating a housing land trust.

• Prioritized CDBG funding: $500,000 for Jamestown Housing Authority, $375,000 for lot subdivision program, $250,000 for sustainable lot program
• Discussed potential 9-unit housing at Ambulance Barn
• Explored using Lawn Avenue school for housing or senior center if closed
• Proposed joint meeting with Town Council, Senior Center, JHA, JAHC, and Schools
• Discussed creating a Housing Community Land Trust

AHC 82124

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee will meet to review and possibly vote on a PY 2023 CDBG funding request, discuss next steps for the committee in a visioning session, and hear member reports. The agenda also includes approval of July 17, 2024 minutes and setting future agenda items.

• PY 2023 CDBG funding request review and possible action
• Visioning session to discuss committee next steps
• Approval of July 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Member reports (5 min)
• Future meetings and agenda items discussion

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council is holding its regular meeting on August 19, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation on the bike path, reports from the Board of Water & Sewer and the Town Administrator, plus items under licenses, unfinished and new business, and appointments. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text.

• Presentation on bike path
• Board of Water & Sewer report
• Town Administrator report
• Licenses and permits
• Consent agenda

08192024 Town Council Minu

The Jamestown Town Council met on August 19, 2024, to review and discuss several items, including proposed water and sewer budgets and rates, a bicycle and pedestrian master plan, and a public hearing for a Community Development Block Grant. The council also approved a one-day liquor license and a bingo license, and continued discussions on a temporary trailer permit and making the Elections Training and Advisory Committee permanent.

• Proposed Water Budget and Rates FY 2024/2025: $1,669,595.00
• Proposed Sewer Budget and Rates FY 2024/2025: $965,666.00
• Public hearing set for Sept 3, 2024 on Community Development Block Grant for housing
• Approved one-day Class F liquor license for Out of the Box Studio & Gallery, Sept 19, 2024
• Approved bingo license for Friends of Jamestown Seniors, Sept 1, 2024 to Aug 31, 2025

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will review and vote on proposed water and sewer budgets and rates for FY 2024/2025, totaling $1,669,595 and $965,666 respectively. The council will also consider adopting the proposed Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and discuss a water main extension project on East Shore Road. Several appointments, including a new Building and Zoning Official and Harbor Commission Executive Director, are on the consent agenda.

• Proposed Water Budget and Rates FY 2024/2025: $1,669,595
• Proposed Sewer Budget and Rates FY 2024/2025: $965,666
• Adoption of proposed Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Water main extension project on East Shore Road (38-68 East Shore Road)
• Appointment of Dennis Begin as Building and Zoning Official; James Heagney as Harbor Commission Executive Director

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met on August 15, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the July 17 meeting. They certified the mail ballot applications received and the Final Canvass List for the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary. No other substantive decisions were made; updates on early voting and moderator training were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Certified mail ballot applications received (unanimous)
• Approved and certified Final Canvass List for Sept. 10 primary (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to handle routine election administration for the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary. They will review and vote on updates to the primary, certify mail ballot applications, and conduct the final canvass to correct the voting list. The agenda is procedural, with no major policy decisions.

• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Final canvass and correction of voting list for September 10, 2024 primary
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024 meeting
• Updates to the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary

8152024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to approve minutes, discuss updates to the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary, certify mail ballot applications, and conduct the final canvass to correct the voting list. This is an administrative meeting focused on election preparation.

• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024 meeting
• Updates to September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary
• Certification of mail ballot applications
• Final canvass and correction of voting list for the primary

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The Jamestown Philomenian Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on the Millennium quilts donated in 2000 and the use of RI Foundation Grant monies awarded to the Friends of the JPL. The board will also receive updates on management, staffing, programming, and facility issues, and consider consent agenda items including minutes and financial reports.

• Review of Millennium quilts donated to JPL in 2000
• Discussion of usage of RI Foundation Grant monies awarded to Friends of the JPL
• Approval of minutes from 6/11/24
• Approval of financial reports for June and July 2024
• Director's report on management, staffing, programming, and facility updates

882024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad Hoc Committee approved a letter to the Town Council requesting permanent committee status, to be presented at the August 19 council meeting. The committee also continued revising its Reports and Voter Brochure, and plans to present the final report to the Town Council on August 19. No public comments were made, and the next meeting is set for September 5.

• Approved letter to Town Council requesting permanent status (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 31, 2024, as corrected (unanimous)
• Continued review of Reports and Voter Brochure revisions
• Scheduled next meeting for September 5, 2024

PC 8724

The Jamestown Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several items, including a recommendation to extend the multi-family housing moratorium for six months, a presentation on the Unified Development by the town solicitor, and the Jamestown Water Supply Management Plan. They will also review zoning ordinance amendments related to multi-family housing and final revisions to subdivision regulations.

• Recommendation to Town Council for 6-month extension of multi-family housing moratorium until March 18, 2025
• Presentation and discussion with Solicitor David Petrarca Jr. regarding Unified Development
• Discussion of Jamestown Water Supply Management Plan Executive Summary
• Approval and authorization for public hearing on Subdivision and Land Development Regulations Amendments, recommended date September 18, 2024
• UDR decision for Joseph and Mary Ellen Walek, AP 9 Lot 639, 117 Howland Avenue

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The Jamestown Planning Commission discussed changes to state land-use laws, including mandatory Unified Development Review and new dimensional variance standards, with the town solicitor. They voted to recommend a six-month extension of the multi-family housing moratorium to the Town Council and approved proposed zoning ordinance amendments for multi-family dwellings. The commission also approved final revisions to subdivision regulations and scheduled a public hearing for September 18, 2024.

• Voted 7-0 to recommend a six-month extension of the multi-family housing moratorium until March 18, 2025
• Approved proposed changes to multi-family dwelling zoning ordinance amendments
• Approved final revisions to Subdivision and Land Development Regulations, with public hearing set for September 18, 2024
• Discussed mandatory Unified Development Review and new dimensional variance standards with Solicitor David Petrarca
• Deferred discussion of Jamestown Water Supply Management Plan to a future meeting

08062024 Town Council Spec

The Jamestown Town Council held a special meeting to approve a victualing and holiday license for Angels Catering LLC. The body then convened as the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners to review pending litigation regarding water service extension appeals on Seaview Avenue. No votes were taken during the executive session, and the meeting adjourned at 4:41 p.m.

• Approved victualing and holiday license for Angels Catering LLC, 23 B Narragansett Avenue, for Aug 6, 2024–Nov 30, 2024
• Reviewed litigation regarding water service extension appeal for Glenn and Marjorie Andreoni, 10 Seaview Avenue
• Reviewed litigation regarding water service extension appeal for Paul and Gail Frechette, 19 Seaview Avenue
• Reviewed litigation regarding water service extension appeal for Stephen Zimniski and Suzanne Gagnon, 7 Seaview Avenue
• Reviewed litigation regarding water service extension appeal for Jeffrey Saletin Living Trust, 14 Seaview Avenue

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council holds a special meeting to review a victualing license application and address four pending litigation matters. The Council, sitting as the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners, will discuss appeals regarding water service extensions for properties on Seaview Avenue. These litigation items are scheduled for review in executive session or open session.

• Approval of VICTUALING & HOLIDAY LICENSE for Angels Catering LLC, 23 B Narragansett Avenue
• Litigation review: Glenn and Majorie Andreoni (10 Seaview Avenue) water service extension appeal
• Litigation review: Paul and Gail Frechette (19 Seaview Avenue) water service extension appeal
• Litigation review: Stephen Zimniski and Suzanne Gagnon (7 Seaview Avenue) water service extension appeal
• Litigation review: Jeffrey Saletin Living Trust (14 Seaview Avenue) water service extension appeal

7312024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Committee is meeting to continue work on its draft Issues/Action Plan and update the voter brochure based on revisions. The committee will also discuss next steps, including presentations to the Town Council, Board of Elections, Secretary of State, and other boards, as well as requirements for becoming a permanent committee. This is a working session focused on ongoing tasks, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Continue review of draft Issues/Action Plan using working task list
• Update Jamestown voter brochure based on plan revisions
• Discuss next steps: presentations to Town Council, BOE, SOS, and other boards
• Review requirements for becoming a permanent committee
• Discuss grant possibilities

BPC 73024

The Jamestown Bike Path Committee will review and approve minutes from previous meetings, and discuss and possibly vote on a final recommendation for the Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan to present to the Town Council. The committee will also plan for BETA's presentation of the master plan to the Town Council on August 19, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from April 26, June 14, and June 18 public workshop
• Final recommendation on Jamestown Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan to Town Council
• Future meeting: BETA presents Master Plan to Town Council on August 19, 2024

BPC MIN 73024 approve

The Jamestown Bike Path Committee approved the final version of the town's Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, incorporating specific route changes. The committee voted to recommend this plan for approval by the Town Council at its August 19, 2024 meeting. The group also discussed the potential creation of a Complete Streets Policy, noting that neighboring towns have similar policies.

• Approved final Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan for recommendation to Town Council
• Added Conanicus Avenue segment from Bay View Drive to East Shore Road
• Added Conanicus Avenue segment from High Street to Narragansett Avenue
• Discussed creating a Jamestown Complete Streets Policy

7252024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Committee is meeting to continue reviewing its draft issues and action plan. The group will update the Jamestown voter brochure based on these revisions and discuss the next steps for presenting the plan to the Town Council and other boards. The agenda also includes a discussion on the requirements for becoming a permanent committee.

• Review of draft Issues/Action plan utilizing working task list
• Update Jamestown voter brochure based on issues/action plan revisions
• Discussion of next steps including presentation to Town Council, BOE, and SOS
• Discussion of requirements for becoming a permanent committee
• Discussion of grant possibilities

ZBR 72324

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review granted a special use permit to Scott and Adrienne Kirmil and Patricia R. Perry to raze the existing home at 213 Seaside Drive and construct a new single-family home, with conditions including adherence to engineer and planner recommendations. The board also granted a variance to Kuchar Realty for a tool shed at 20 & 20A Clinton Ave to remain 1 foot from the south property line instead of the required 10 feet. Both motions passed 5-0.

• Granted special use permit for new home at 213 Seaside Dr. (5-0)
• Granted variance for tool shed at 20 & 20A Clinton Ave (5-0)
• Accepted June 25, 2024 minutes (5-0)

ZBR 72324

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review will hold a work session on its powers and decision standards before reviewing three new applications. The board will consider requests for special use permits to build a laundry room and office at 66 Seaside Drive and to raze and rebuild a home at 213 Seaside Drive, both in high groundwater overlay districts. Additionally, the board will review a variance request to place a tool shed 1 foot from the property line at 20 & 20A Clinton Ave.

• Special use permit application for Brian J. Haskell and Ada M. Haskell at 66 Seaside Drive to construct a new laundry room, home office, and deck
• Special use permit application for Scott and Adrienne Kirmil and Patricia R. Perry at 213 Seaside Drive to raze the existing home and construct a new single family home
• Variance application for Kuchar Realty at 20 & 20A Clinton Ave to allow a tool shed to remain 1 foot from the south property line instead of the required 10 feet

7172024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers certified all nomination papers for the 2024 Primary and General Election candidates, conducted a lottery for ballot name placement, and voted not to hold a local primary. The board also approved the minutes from the July 10 meeting and discussed technical issues with meeting livestreaming.

• Approved minutes from July 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Certified nomination papers for local, state, and federal candidates (unanimous)
• Accepted lottery results for ballot name placement (unanimous)
• Voted not to hold a primary for local candidates (unanimous)

7172024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle election-related business, including certifying nomination papers for the 2024 primary and general elections, hearing objections to candidates, and conducting a lottery for ballot name placement. They will also discuss and vote on whether a local primary is needed and receive updates on the September 10, 2024 statewide primary. The board will also review the audio/video recording and livestreaming of meetings.

• Certification of nomination papers for 2024 Primary and General Election candidates
• Hear and decide on any/all objections to candidates
• Lottery for placement of names on ballots
• Discuss/vote on need for a Primary for Local Candidates
• Updates on September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers certified all nomination papers for local, state, and federal candidates for the 2024 Primary and General Elections. They also conducted a lottery to determine ballot placement for local candidates and voted not to hold a local primary. The board discussed technical issues with meeting livestreaming and received updates on the September 10 statewide primary.

• Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Certified nomination papers for local, state, and federal candidates (3-0)
• Accepted lottery results for ballot placement of local candidates (3-0)
• Voted not to hold a primary for local candidates (3-0)

Board of Canvasssers

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers will meet to handle election-related business, including hearing objections to candidates, certifying nomination papers, and conducting a lottery for ballot placement. They will also discuss whether a primary is needed for local candidates and receive updates on the September 10, 2024 statewide primary. The board will also review minutes and discuss audio/video recording of meetings.

• Decision on objections to candidates
• Certification of nomination papers for 2024 Primary and General Election
• Lottery for placement of names on ballots
• Discussion/vote on need for a Primary for Local Candidates
• Updates on September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary

AHC MIN 71724 approve

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee discussed the Jamestown Housing Authority's (JHA) need for major renovations, citing aging infrastructure and limited annual funding. JHA Executive Director Nikki Vazquez detailed specific issues, including asbestos removal, outdated electrical systems, and groundwater problems, and mentioned exploring options like RAD and a capital needs assessment. The committee also approved minutes from June 26, 2024, and received an update on the Sustainable Resident Program.

• JHA received $71,000 in capital funds this year; bathroom renovations cost $36,000 per unit
• JHA received a $1.5 million emergency grant for electric and HVAC upgrades, expiring September 30
• Two JHA units are empty because bathrooms cannot be fixed; active waitlist exists
• JHA units on Pemberton Avenue lack infrastructure for mini splits; RI Energy needs to build a transformer
• Town Council approved proceeding with the Sustainable Resident Program pilot

PC 71724

The Jamestown Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals: a special use permit for overflow parking at the Jamestown Golf Course and a minor land development with variance for a home addition at 117 Howland Avenue. The commission will also review administrative subdivisions, community survey results, and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing continued: Town of Jamestown, 245 Conanicus Avenue (Jamestown Golf Course), Plat 8 Lot 283, special use permit for 17 diagonal parking spaces in a grass area
• Public hearing: Joe and Mary Ellen Walek, 117 Howland Avenue, Plat 9 Lot 639, minor land development with variance for garage attachment (6" setback vs 10' required)
• Administrative subdivision: William and Glenna McCaffrey, 232 Beacon Street, AP 16 Lots 67 & 70
• Administrative subdivision: Susan S. Gorelick Trust, 20 Bark Street, AP 16 Lots 38 & 46
• Old business: Community survey results review

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The Jamestown Planning Commission held public hearings and voted on two applications. They accepted the withdrawal of the Jamestown Golf Course parking application and granted a variance and development plan approval for a garage addition at 117 Howland Avenue. The commission also discussed community survey results and upcoming zoning changes.

• Withdrew application for 17 diagonal parking spaces at Jamestown Golf Course, 245 Conanicus Avenue
• Granted variance for garage addition at 117 Howland Avenue, allowing 6-inch setback instead of required 4.2 feet
• Approved with conditions: no cupola, garage height limited to 17 feet, variance expires in one year
• Vote was 5-1, with Commissioner Pendlebury dissenting
• Discussed community survey results and upcoming zoning ordinance revisions

7172024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Committee will review its draft Issues/Action Plan and voter brochure updates, and vote on whether to ask the Town Council for more time before its charge expires on September 7, 2024, or to move toward becoming a full committee. The meeting is procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Review draft Issues/Action Plan and working task list
• Update Jamestown voter brochure based on plan revisions
• Vote on whether to request extension from Town Council or transition to full committee
• Committee charge expires 9/7/2024

AHC 71724

The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee meets to review town funding for the Jamestown Housing Authority and discuss policy proposals including an Affordable ADU Program, Senior Housing, Sustainable Resident Program, and Affordable Lot Program. Members will also review funding mechanisms and tools for creating affordable housing in Jamestown. The agenda is substantive, with multiple items open for discussion and possible votes.

• Town funding for Jamestown Housing Authority — review, discussion, action and/or vote
• Affordable ADU Program policy proposal
• Senior Housing policy proposal
• Sustainable Resident Program policy proposal
• Affordable Lot Program policy proposal

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will review the 2024 Short-Term Rental registration process and a right-of-way adoption application on Hull Street. The body is also scheduled to approve a $152,000 contract with Weston & Samson Engineers for the town's comprehensive plan and transfer streetlights to RIDOT. Additionally, the council will vote on liquor licenses for local arts venues and ratify several short-term rental permits.

• Award bid to Weston & Samson Engineers, Inc. for the Jamestown 2024 Comprehensive Plan, not to exceed $152,000.00
• Review and vote on the 2024 Short-Term Rental registration and license process
• Review Right of Way (ROW) Adoption application #2 on Hull Street submitted by John G. Aquino
• Approve agreement for the gratis transfer of streetlight facilities to the State of Rhode Island Department of Transportation
• Vote on Class F non-profit liquor licenses for Jamestown Arts Center and Out of the Box Studio & Gallery

Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council will meet as the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners, with an open forum and reports from the Town Administrator. They will discuss the Ft. Getty Pier update, street light transfer to RIDOT, a broadband infrastructure RFP, and an update on the Sustainable Resident Program. New business includes the 2024 short-term rental registration process and a right-of-way adoption application for Hull Street.

• Ft. Getty Pier update
• Street Light Transfer to RIDOT (Consent Agenda)
• RFP Broadband infrastructure project
• 2024 Short-Term Rental registration and license process
• ROW adoption application by John G. Aquino for ROW #2, Hull Street (Kit Wright Trail)

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The Jamestown Town Council discussed potential amendments to the short-term rental ordinance, including parking, septic system documentation, reinspection fees, permit caps, and multiple units per property. They also approved the first right-of-way adoption by a resident, a wheelchair-accessible trail project, and several liquor licenses. The meeting included updates on the Ft. Getty Pier repair and a broadband infrastructure project.

• Approved $90,477 Ft. Getty Pier repair
• Approved ROW adoption by John Aquino for Hull Street
• Approved Kit Wright Trail wheelchair-accessible project
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Jamestown Arts Center and Out of the Box Studio & Gallery
• Discussed potential STR ordinance amendments (parking, ISDS, reinspection fee, cap, multiple units)

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Meeting

The Board of Canvassers voted unanimously to use the Jamestown Philomenian Library as the polling place for District 1501 in the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary, replacing the recreation center. They also voted to combine all polling locations into one at the library for the primary. The board approved the minutes from May 20, 2024, confirmed candidate names for the ballot, and certified the wording of eight charter questions.

• Approved minutes of May 20, 2024 as amended (unanimous)
• Approved library as polling place for District 1501, replacing recreation center (unanimous)
• Approved combining all polling locations to one at library for primary (unanimous)
• Confirmed candidate names for ballot as listed (unanimous)
• Approved wording of all eight charter questions (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission will review the year-to-date financial report. The body will also review sub-committee assignments. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the agenda text.

• Review of Year-to-Date Financial Report
• Review of Sub-Committee Assignments

6252024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee met and approved the minutes from its June 13, 2024 meeting. The committee continued reviewing and editing its draft Problem/Action Plan, incorporating changes due to a new state law that eliminates paperwork for voter disaffiliation. No formal decisions were made on the plan; work will continue at a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 13, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Continued review of draft Problem/Action Plan, with edits to items 1-13 and conclusion

ZBR 62524

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review granted a special use permit to William and Glenna McCaffrey for a 17' x 20' addition at 232 Beacon Ave., with conditions. The board also continued a request by Brian J. and Ada M. Haskell to the July 23, 2024 meeting. Minutes from May 28, 2024 were approved.

• Approved special use permit for McCaffrey addition at 232 Beacon Ave. (5-0)
• Continued Haskell request to July 23, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2024 (5-0)

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Harbor Management Commission

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Wickford Yacht Club's appeal regarding mooring cancellation and repairs to Fort Getty Pier. The body will also consider amendments to the Harbor Management Rule Book concerning the use of East Ferry Touch and Go Docks and the Ferry Dock, as well as changes to the permit fee schedule for the Ferry Dock.

• Update on Appeal of Wickford Yacht Club of Mooring Cancellation
• Update on Ft. Gety Pier Repairs
• Amendments to Harbor Management Rule Book for East Ferry Touch and Go Docks and Ferry Dock
• Amendments to Permit Fee Schedule for Ferry Dock permits

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Financial Town

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ZBR 52824

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review held a regular meeting on May 28, 2024, and approved the minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting. The board discussed a variance request from Charles S. and Kate E. Martin for a property at 17 Bryer Avenue to use an automatic pool cover instead of a 48-inch safety enclosure. No final decision was made; the board voted to have Chair Richard Boren write a proposed decision, with a formal vote scheduled for the June 25, 2024 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.

• Approved minutes of April 23, 2024 (5-0)
• Deferred vote on Martin pool variance to June 25, 2024

5242024

The committee finished reviewing all items on its draft Problem/Action Plan and agreed on revisions. It postponed a meeting with the Board of Elections to mid-June and scheduled its next meeting for May 29. No formal decisions were made on the plan's content.

• Approved minutes of May 8, 2024 (unanimous)
• Completed review of all action plan items, with agreed revisions to be made
• Postponed Board of Elections presentation to mid-June
• Set next meeting for May 29 at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)

5202024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers approved the Jamestown Philomenian Library as a polling place for the September Primary, following approval from the Library Board of Trustees. The board also voted to send letters to state and town officials requesting clearer, uniform election materials. No action was taken on other agenda items, including updates on investigations and redistricting.

• Approved designating Jamestown Philomenian Library as polling place for September Primary (3-0)
• Approved letter to Board of Elections and Secretary of State requesting consistent training and posted materials (3-0)
• Approved letter to town requesting clear, uniform election explanatory materials (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 13, 2024 meeting (2-0)

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Town Council

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• Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners (BWSC) Water Extensions
• Alcohol Beverage Licensing Board/Administrators Report
• Town Official Report
• Appointments
• Consent/Communications

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers unanimously approved designating the Jamestown Philomenian Library as at least one polling place for the September Primary, following approval from the Library Board of Trustees. The board also approved sending letters to the Board of Elections and Secretary of State's Office requesting consistent and clear training and posted materials for elections, and to the town requesting clear, uniform explanatory material for voters. No action was taken on updates regarding fraudulent nomination paper investigations or re-districting.

• Approved designating Jamestown Philomenian Library as polling place for September Primary (3-0)
• Approved letter to BoE and SOS requesting consistent training and posted materials (3-0)
• Approved letter to town requesting clear, uniform election explanatory material (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 13, 2024 meeting (2-0)

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Harbor Management Commission ( )

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission held a special meeting to discuss amendments to the Harbor Management Rule Book and the Permit Fee Schedule. No specific dollar amounts, vote tallies, or final decisions are recorded in the provided agenda text.

• Amendments to Harbor Management Rule Book
• Amendments to Permit Fee Schedule

5132024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers approved the minutes from its April 2 and April 3 meetings, and accepted two letters allowing non-registered school and town staff to attend the June 3 Financial Town Meeting, with one name removed. The board also approved the May 13 Final Canvass to correct the voting list for the meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of April 2, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 3, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Approved letters for non-registered staff to attend June 3 Financial Town Meeting, with Samira Hakki's name removed (3-0)
• Approved May 13, 2024 Final Canvass for the Financial Town Meeting (3-0)

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers approved the May 13, 2024 Final Canvass to correct the voting list for the June 3 Financial Town Meeting, with minor items left for the Deputy Town Clerk to review. The board also accepted two letters listing non-registered school and town staff who will attend the meeting, removing one name (Samira Hakki) because she is an active voter. Minutes from the April 2 and April 3, 2024 meetings were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of April 2, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 3, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Approved motion to move agenda item 8 before Final Canvass (3-0)
• Accepted letters for non-registered staff to attend Financial Town Meeting, with Samira Hakki removed (3-0)
• Approved May 13, 2024 Final Canvass for June 3 Financial Town Meeting (3-0)

Harbor Management Commission

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission will consider a new commercial agreement with East Ferry. The agenda includes several appeals regarding mooring permits, including requests for revocation appeals and continued use of guest moorings. Additionally, the body will receive a report from Foth Infrastructure on the Fort Getty Pier.

• East Ferry Commercial Agreement
• Appeal of Josh Furtado regarding Outhaul Permit Revocation
• Request by Jack Civic for Jesse Bazarnick to use Guest Mooring a Second Year
• Appeal of Mary Brennan to place Undersized Vessel on Outhaul
• Report from Foth Infrastructure on Ft. Gety Pier

582024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee unanimously approved sharing its preliminary working draft of the Problem/Action Plan with the State Association of Boards of Canvassers. The committee also unanimously approved rescheduling its May 22 meeting to May 24 at 10:00 a.m. and approved the minutes from May 1. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions covered pending legislation, RIPTA bus PSAs, DMV voter registration oversight, and ballot design.

• Approved minutes of May 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved sharing preliminary draft of Problem/Action Plan with State Association of Boards of Canvassers (unanimous)
• Approved rescheduling May 22 meeting to May 24 at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)

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512024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee met and approved minutes from April 24, 2024, and set meeting dates for May 8, 15, 22, and 29. They discussed the voter brochure, noting a broken QR code and agreeing to link it to vote.ri.gov, and decided not to produce a statewide brochure. They also reviewed poll worker salaries and updated their problem list.

• Approved April 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to link brochure QR code to vote.ri.gov
• Decided not to produce statewide brochure or procure funds for it
• Approved meeting dates: May 8, 15, 22, 29 at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 11:37 a.m. (unanimous)

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ZBR 42324

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review denied a request by Glenn and Numi Mitchell (1-3 vote) and granted Our Table, LLC a special use permit to serve beer and wine from noon to 10 p.m. daily (5-0). The board also continued the Martin trustees' request to May 28, 2024, and noted Dish Wireless withdrew its application.

• Denied Mitchell request (1-3)
• Granted Our Table, LLC special use permit for beer/wine service noon-10 p.m. (5-0)
• Continued Martin trustees' request to May 28, 2024 (5-0)
• Accepted March 26, 2024 minutes (4-0)

4172024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad Hoc Committee unanimously approved the voter brochure as amended with Secretary of State feedback, and voted to create a generic version for statewide use. They also discussed dissemination locations and future meeting dates, with no public comment.

• Approved voter brochure as amended (unanimous)
• Approved generating generic brochure for statewide use (unanimous)
• Approved meeting dates: April 24, May 1, 8, 15 (unanimous)

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Harbor Management Commission

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission is meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan. The agenda also includes a hearing on the appeal of Josh Furtado regarding the revocation of his Outhaul Permit. Additionally, the body will consider the East Ferry Commercial Agreement, a change to the Ft. Gety Pier Access Road, and support for Ft. Gety Oyster Farmers.

• Proposed Amendments to the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan
• Appeal of Josh Furtado of Outhaul Permit Revocation
• East Ferry Commercial Agreement
• Ft. Gety Pier Access Road Change
• Ft. Gety Oyster Farmer Support

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492024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad Hoc Committee met and approved several actions, including authorizing Chair Linda Jamison to seek a meeting with State Board of Elections member Randy Jackvony to discuss concerns. The committee also approved seeking town permission to publicize the voter brochure and QR code at town meetings, and continued compiling a list of election-related issues. Minutes from the April 3 meeting were approved with an amendment.

• Approved minutes of April 3, 2024, as amended (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair Linda Jamison to seek meeting with BOE member Randy Jackvony (unanimous)
• Approved motion to seek town permission to publicize brochure/QR code at town meetings (unanimous)

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432024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee approved the final version of the Jamestown Voter Information 2024 brochure and discussed its distribution, with the Jamestown Press covering printing costs. The committee also agreed to collaborate with the Jamestown Press on a voter supplement and to invite the editor to a future meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only votes were to approve the meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of March 27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved version 3 of Jamestown Voter Information 2024 brochure (unanimous)
• Agreed to have Jamestown Press print and insert brochure at no cost to town
• Agreed to invite Jamestown Press editor to April 17 meeting
• Agreed to create action item checklist after each meeting

Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met to oversee and monitor the 2024 Presidential Preference Primary. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with members present for the election process. The board adjourned unanimously at 8:00 P.M.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (4-0)

422024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met to oversee and monitor the 2024 Presidential Preference Primary electoral process. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with the board adjourning unanimously at 8:00 P.M.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (4-0)

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3272024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee approved sending the updated Voter Information 2024 brochure to the Assistant Secretary of State for Elections, the Jamestown Board of Canvassers, and the State Board of Elections. The committee also discussed dissemination options and compiled a list of election-related issues for future work. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved sending updated voter brochure to Assistant Secretary of State for Elections, Jamestown Board of Canvassers, and State Board of Elections (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

ZBR 32624

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review granted a special use permit to the Difante Family Living Trust to enlarge their home at 15 High Street from 1,685 to 2,777 square feet, with conditions. The board also continued requests from DISH Wireless and Glenn and Numi Mitchell to the April 23, 2024 meeting. Minutes from February 27, 2024 were approved.

• Approved special use permit for Difante home addition at 15 High Street (4-0)
• Continued DISH Wireless request to April 23, 2024 (4-0)
• Continued Mitchell request to April 23, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved February 27, 2024 minutes (4-0)

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Town Council Budget

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• Joint Town Council and School Department Budget Work Session
• Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025)
• Review of School Operating Budget
• Review of Capital Improvement Program

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3142024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met on March 14, 2024, and unanimously approved the certification of 3 mail ballot applications for the Presidential Preference Primary. The board also discussed early voting turnout, signage for dropped-out candidates, and progress from the Elections Training and Advisory Committee, but took no action on those items.

• Certified 3 mail ballot applications (unanimous 3-0)
• Discussed early voting turnout (8 voters on March 13, 1 on March 14) — no action
• Discussed candidate signage — no action
• Discussed Elections Training and Advisory Committee progress — no action

31324 JHC

The Jamestown Harbor Commission approved an ordinance amendment requiring all vessels, including riparian ones, to show proof of DEM registration. The meeting also included a public hearing on the updated Harbor Management Plan, but no final action was taken on the plan. The meeting adjourned early due to loss of quorum.

• Approved ordinance amendment requiring DEM registration for all vessels (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 14, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting due to loss of quorum (4-0)

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3112024

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers met on March 11, 2024, and approved a letter to the Rhode Island Board of Elections regarding redistricting and polling location requirements, with amendments for specificity. They also approved the February 26, 2024 minutes, certified 15 mail ballot applications, and approved the final canvass. No action was taken on other discussion items.

• Approved minutes from February 26, 2024, as amended (unanimous)
• Approved letter to RI Board of Elections on redistricting and polling requirements, amended for specificity (unanimous)
• Certified 15 mail ballot applications (unanimous)
• Approved final canvass (unanimous)

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372024

The Jamestown Elections Training and Advisory Ad hoc Committee held its organizational meeting and unanimously elected Linda Jamison as Chair and Daphne Meredith as Secretary. The committee reviewed its charge and discussed Open Meetings Act and Roberts Rules requirements, but took no action on those topics. No public comment was given, and the meeting adjourned.

• Elected Linda Jamison as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Daphne Meredith as Secretary (unanimous)

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Town Council

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• Public Hearing, Licenses and Permits
• Town Administrator's Report

ZBR 22724

The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review approved a special use permit for VHBC, LLC (Lindsay & Stephanie Haigh) at 2 Watson Ave. to sell alcoholic beverages, with conditions prohibiting patio service and requiring signage. The board also continued the Difante application to the March 26, 2024 meeting and accepted the November 28, 2023 minutes.

• Approved special use permit for VHBC, LLC to sell alcoholic beverages at 2 Watson Ave. (5-0)
• Continued Difante application to March 26, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted November 28, 2023 minutes (5-0)

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The Board of Canvassers approved the 2024-2025 budget, including a 10% salary increase for board members and an additional $4,000 for redistricting. They also voted to send a letter to the Board of Elections requesting requirements for redistricting and polling locations. The board approved minutes from February 19, 2024, and voted to send a letter about fraudulent signatures in the Matos campaign.

• Approved minutes from February 19, 2024 as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-2025 budget with 10% board salary increase and $4,000 for redistricting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to send letter to Board of Elections requesting redistricting and polling location requirements (unanimous)
• Approved motion to send letter to Matos campaign about fraudulent signatures (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Canvassers unanimously approved the 2024-2025 budget, including a 10% salary increase for board members and $4,000 for redistricting. They also voted to send a letter to the Board of Elections requesting requirements for redistricting and polling locations. The board tabled the budget earlier but later approved it after discussion.

• Approved minutes from February 19, 2024 as amended (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 budget with 10% board salary increase and $4,000 for redistricting (3-0)
• Tabled budget discussion to end of agenda (3-0)
• Approved sending letter to Board of Elections requesting redistricting and polling location requirements (3-0)
• Approved sending letter to Attorney General's Office about fraudulent signatures in Matos campaign (3-0)

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02202024 Town Council Minu

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21424 JHC

The Jamestown Harbor Commission voted to move forward with repairs to the Ft. Getty pier, with estimates between $350,000 and $500,000. It also scheduled a public hearing for March 13, 2024, on the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan and discussed proposed mooring policy changes, but took no final action on those changes.

• Approved minutes of Jan 10, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved Mooring Sub-Committee minutes of Feb 6, 2024 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing on Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan for Mar 13, 2024 (4-0)
• Accepted email from Josh Furtado into correspondence (4-0)
• Accepted letter from William and Mary Brennan into correspondence (4-0)
• Approved moving forward with Ft. Getty pier repairs (4-0)

02122024 Town Council Spec

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Town Council

The Jamestown Town Council met to hold a public hearing on Zoning Ordinance documents. Town Planner Lisa Bryer presented the materials, and residents provided public comments. The council continued the hearing to a future session on March 11th.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance documents
• Presentation by Town Planner Lisa Bryer
• Hearing continued to March 11th at 6:30 pm

Meeting

The Board of Canvassers voted 2-1 to investigate creating three voting districts (Beavertail, North End, and Town) to address storm-related voting access concerns. The board also unanimously approved the January 19, 2024 minutes and certified delegate nomination papers. The 2024-2025 budget was tabled until the next meeting to allow research on hiring an intern for redistricting work.

• Approved minutes from January 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Certified delegate nomination papers (unanimous, with member recusal)
• Motion to explore three voting districts passed (2-1)
• Tabled 2024-2025 budget until next meeting (unanimous)

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Mooring Policy 262

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02052024 Town Council Minu

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Meeting

The Jamestown Board of Canvassers certified nomination papers for presidential candidates and petition papers for the 'No Labels Rhode Island' party. It also authorized filing a complaint about a notary's signatures and referred five petition forms with confirmed fraudulent signatures to the Jamestown Police. The board voted to combine polling places for the Presidential Preference Primary at Lawn Ave School.

• Approved minutes from Nov 7 and Nov 8, 2023 (unanimous)
• Certified presidential candidate nomination papers (unanimous)
• Authorized filing complaint with Secretary of State about notary signatures (unanimous)
• Certified 'No Labels Rhode Island' petition papers with 77 valid signatures (unanimous)
• Referred petition forms 742, 1080, 1084, 1342, 1391 to police for fraudulent signatures (unanimous)
• Combined District 1 and 2 polling places for PPP at Lawn Ave School (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

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Town Council

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Harbor Management Commission

The Jamestown Harbor Management Commission will discuss the Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan and the Harbor Management Ordinance. The meeting includes votes on the sale of the Harbormaster boat 'Freedom' and the purchase of a replacement vessel. Additionally, the body will review a use agreement between the Town and commercial fishermen/aquafarmers for Fort Getty.

• Sale of Harbormaster boat 'Freedom'
• Purchase of replacement boat
• Ft. Getty Use Agreement between Town and Commercial Fishermen/Aquafarmers
• Discussion of Comprehensive Harbor Management Plan
• Discussion of Harbor Management Ordinance

10924 JHC

The Jamestown Harbor Commission approved the FY 2026 budget (5-0) and amended the September 11, 2024 minutes to correct that only one harbormaster boat has radar installed. The commission also discussed mooring permit enforcement, winterization plans, and the Gould Island restoration assessment.

• Approved FY 2026 budget (5-0)
• Amended September 11, 2024 minutes to reflect radar on only one boat (5-0)

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01022024 Town Council Minu

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